A man has been hospitalised with serious facial injuries following a dog attack at a busy shopping centre in Blackpool just days before Christmas.
Incident at Hounds Hill Centre
Emergency services were called to the Hounds Hill Centre in Blackpool at approximately 12.56pm on Saturday, 13th December 2025. The call came after reports that a man had been assaulted by a dog near the popular retail complex.
Upon arrival, police officers found a man who had sustained what they described as a significant facial wound from the attack. Paramedics treated the victim at the scene before he was rushed to hospital for further treatment.
Police Investigation and Appeal
While the man's condition was not believed to be life-threatening, no further update on his health has been provided. Lancashire Constabulary confirmed they had seized the dog involved as their enquiries into the incident continue.
In an official statement, the force said: "We were called to the Hounds Hill Centre in Blackpool at 12.56pm on Saturday (13th December) following reports of an assault. It was reported that a man had been bitten by a dog and had suffered a significant facial injury. He was taken to hospital, though his condition was not described as life-threatening. The dog has been seized while our enquiries continue."
Authorities are now urging any witnesses or individuals with relevant information to come forward. They have asked anyone with footage of the incident or details that could assist the investigation to call 101 and quote log number 681 of 13th December 2025.
Location and Context
The attack occurred at Blackpool's premier shopping destination, the Hounds Hill Centre, located in the heart of the town behind the iconic Blackpool Tower. The centre is a major retail hub, housing over 65 stores including prominent brands such as Frasers, Primark, Next, and Sports Direct, and is typically bustling with festive shoppers at this time of year.
This serious incident has raised concerns about public safety in a crowded urban environment during the peak Christmas shopping period. The police investigation will likely focus on the circumstances leading to the attack and the control of the animal involved.
