Six people have been treated in hospital and a primary school was reportedly put on lockdown after two dogs which were “on the loose” started “attacking people”.

Police were called to Willow Gardens in the Winson Green area of Birmingham – near Barford Primary School – shortly after 2.30pm on Tuesday.

According to reports, pupils at the school were kept inside for an hour until the dogs were under control.

An elderly man was taken to hospital with bite injuries which are not believed to be life-threatening.

Five other people arrived at hospital with bite injuries that are also not believed to be life-threatening.

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of possessing a dog which was dangerously out of control.

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West Midlands Police said both dogs were seized and taken to secure kennels.

Officers have appealed for anyone with information about the incident to call them on 101 or through Live Chat on the force’s website.

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