Updated June 9, 2026 @ 9:46am
Updated:
Barrie police are continuing their search for a dog that attacked several people around 8:45 Monday morning, including an 11-year-old boy, who was riding a scooter at the time.
Police say the incident took place in the area of Essa Road and Loggers Run.
The dog is described as a large bully breed, possibly a mastiff, with light brown colouring and a red leash attached to its collar.
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Investigators say the dog was seen in several areas on Monday, first tracked to Loggers Run, then later in the area of Patterson Road and Florence Park before sightings of it were reported around Dove Crescent.
Police said there has not been a sighting since Monday afternoon.
The dog attacked the boy as he tried to run away from it, according to police. The child suffered serious but non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to a local hospital where he remains.
"Officers are working to contact the dog's owner, who will be investigated and charged as appropriate. The Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit has been notified," police said in a news release on Tuesday.
Police want to hear from anyone who was bitten by the dog.
They advise the public that if the dog is spotted on the loose, to contact them immediately at 705-725-7025, and do not approach or try to contain it.
Updated:
Barrie Police continue their search for a dog they say attacked several people, including a child.
In an update on Monday afternoon, police said the dog was last seen in the area of Tiffin Street and Ferndale Drive around 12:30 p.m.
They say the dog is a light brown bully breed with a red leash.
"Anyone who sees the dog is urged to contact Barrie Police at 705-725-7025. Do not approach or try to contain," police said in a social media post.
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Original Story:
Barrie police are searching for a dog they say attacked several people, including a child.
They are seeking the public's help in location the dog, but are asking people not to approach it.
Police say the dog was last seen in the area of Loggers Run and Essa Road.
It is a light brown bully breed with a red leash.
If seen, contact police at 705-725-7025.
