The incident happened on Monday, February 19, 2024, when police received reports that an off lead, unmuzzled dog had attacked a horse being ridden in the park, biting its leg.
Darwin and Biggin Hill officers investigated, and on February 29, the dog was taken by police.
It was later identified as a Pitbull, a breed classified as dangerous under the Dangerous Dogs Act.
The owner appeared in court and was issued a contingent destruction order, meaning the dog must meet strict conditions or be destroyed.
The owner was also ordered to pay £1,000 in compensation and fined £300.
A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: “On Monday, February 19, 2024.
“Police received a report of a dog that was suspected to be a Dangerous/Fighting Dog that had bitten a Horse on the leg down High Elms Park whilst out riding.
The dog was off the lead without any muzzle.
Darwin and Biggin Hill officers carried out an investigation in relation to the incident and officers seize the dog concerned on February 29 2024 to where It was later Deemed a Pitbull.
“The owner of the Pitbull received the following in court: “A Contingent order for dog (unless exemption) Order made and the owner of the dog was ordered to pay compensation of £1000.00 and is Fined £300.”
