A young boy is currently in hospital being treated for serious injuries after an attack by a family pet in Co Carlow.
The child, understood to be five years of age, was attacked by a dog in Green Lane in Carlow town at around 7.30pm on Monday.
He was airlifted to Children's Health Ireland at Crumlin Hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
The dog, which is believed to be a pitbull, has since been destroyed.
Gardai say their inquiries are ongoing.
A spokesperson said: "Gardaí are investigating an incident where a male youth was injured by a dog in Green Lane, Co Carlow at approximately 7:30 pm on Monday 26th July 2021.
"The male youth was taken to Children’s Health Ireland at Crumlin Hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
"The dog has now been destroyed.
"Enquiries ongoing."
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