A musician has appeared in court in London yesterday charged under the Dangerous Dogs Act after five police officers were mauled during a raid.
Symieon Robinson Pierre (25) appeared at Thames Magistrates’ Court accused of “allowing the dog to be dangerously out of control” outside his home in Albert Square, Newham, east London.
Metropolitan Police officers PC Bush, PC Merritt, PC Corderoy and DC Fray, identified in court by their surnames only, were among those injured in the attack.
Three officers remain in hospital after being savaged by the pitbull. Two are awaiting surgery and one is in theatre this afternoon, the court heard. At least two need skin grafts and plastic surgery, prosecutor Sabrina Samaroo said.
All five officers needed treatment for leg and hand wounds after Wednesday’s assault as they carried out a raid. – (PA)