Police provide update after dogs die from eating 'unknown white substance' in Liverpool

Merseyside Police are continuing investigations after two dogs died and a third became seriously ill from eating an unknown white substance in Liverpool.

A number of reports came in from a vet at around 2.00pm on Monday (January 22) that a series of dogs had been brought to the surgery after ingesting the substance, found close to Childwall Valley Road, Belle Vale. Two of the dogs later died, one is described as seriously ill and a fourth one continues to be treated.

In an update on Tuesday, Merseyside Police said 'there have been no reports of any people, or further animals, being affected overnight', but urged people to continue to avoid the area.

The force said specialist contractors will attend the scene on Tuesday afternoon and remove the substance in a 'safe and controlled manner'.

Chief Superintendent Jonathan Davies said: “The airborne risk from the substance is low but police officers who are at the scene are taking any necessary safety precautions. We would continue to advise people to avoid the area as the removal gets underway.

“Anyone who believes they were in the area yesterday and came into direct contact with the substance is advised to seek medical assistance if they believe they have suffered any ill effects.

“We would always advise anyone who comes across an unknown substance to not touch but to report it to police.”