In a distressing turn of events, a man in his 40s found himself hospitalised after being attacked by a dog believed to be an XL bully breed. The incident occurred in Pasley Park, situated in the borough of Southwark, southeast London, and has raised concerns about public safety and responsible pet ownership.

The victim of the attack sustained injuries to his arm, which prompted an urgent response from the emergency services. According to reports, the owner of the dog, described as a grey-coloured XL bully, had left the scene before the arrival of the police.

The Met Police swiftly intervened in response to the incident, following a call from the London Ambulance Service. The authorities are now launching an investigation into the incident to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the attack.

Authorities are urging anyone with information related to this incident to come forward and assist in the ongoing investigation. Witnesses or individuals with knowledge about the dog or its owner are encouraged to contact the police at 101.