Point Edward, ON – Lambton Public Health is seeking information about about the location of a dog and its owner following a dog bite incident that occurred around 11:00 p.m. on Friday, June 30 in the crosswalk at Christina St N and George St.

The dog is described as medium sized, with dark coloured fur, resembling a mastiff, and was being walked by a male owner. The owner is described as slender, average height, with short dark hair and is thought to be between 30-40 years.

If you have any information relating to the location of the dog and its owner, please contact Lambton Public Health at 519-383-8331 ext. 3533 or toll-free 1-800-667-1839. If the dog is not located and the health status of the animal verified, the victim will need to receive post exposure rabies shots.

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Please contact:
LPH-media-inquiries@county-lambton.on.ca