Two young children were taken to hospital for treatment after being attacked by a dog on Monday.

The children were bitten by the dog at Eastbourne beach at around 10.20am near the Holywell Café in King Edwards Parade, Eastbourne.

Police were called to the scene and searched the area however they were unable to find the man who was said to be with the dog at the time of the incident.

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A drone was used as part of the search to find the man.

Sussex Police are now appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

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A spokesman for the police force said: "Police are appealing for witnesses and information after children were injured by a dog at Eastbourne beach.

"The incident happened at about 10.20am on Monday, May 27, near the Holywell Café in King Edwards Parade.

The Argus: Sussex Police are appealing for witnesses

"Two young children were bitten and required hospital treatment.

"Officers were called and completed searches in the area, and officers also deployed a drone in the search.

"Now, they are releasing images of a man they wish to speak with in connection with the incident.

"Anyone who saw what happened or who recognises the man is asked to report it to Sussex Police online, quoting serial 404 of 27/05."