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Eight-Year-Old Recovering After Severe Dog Attack in Goole

Weston Kiesler, mauled by a Staffordshire bull terrier, is healing at home following reconstructive surgery for facial and arm injuries.

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Overview

  • Weston Kiesler, 8, was attacked by a Staffordshire bull terrier on May 11 while riding his bike near his home in Goole.
  • The boy sustained multiple facial lacerations, a fractured arm, and severe damage to his lip, requiring a five-hour reconstructive surgery.
  • He has been discharged from Leeds General Infirmary and is recovering at home with antibiotics, pain relief, and regular monitoring for infection.
  • The suspected dog has been seized by Humberside Police, and its 54-year-old owner was arrested and released on conditional bail as the investigation continues.
  • The local community has rallied around the Kiesler family, offering support through fundraising, cards, and gifts as Weston begins to regain confidence.