TWO people have been taken to hospital after being injured by an “out of control” dog.

Police were called to Nuthurst Close in Brighton shortly after midday today following reports of an altercation.

Two people were injured by a dog running loose, and they are currently receiving medical treatment.

Officers from Sussex Police were able to secure the animal.

Two women have been arrested – one on suspicion of affray and the other on suspicion of affray and having a dog dangerously out of control.

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