Ex-Liverpool winger Pennant has more than 50 stitches after dog attack — SkimNews
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- Jermaine Pennant sustained four bite wounds on his right leg during a dog attack in north London and required more than 50 stitches, according to his account to the Sun.
- King, Pennant’s dog, fought off the attacking German Shepherd while Pennant was on the ground, an intervention Pennant said prevented a more severe outcome.
- Jermaine Pennant declined to report the attack to police, though he confirmed the incident occurred while he was walking King and another dog last week.
- King was unhurt except for a minor nip and blood from the attacker, which Pennant emphasized was not his own, as he expressed emotional relief over his dog’s safety.
- Jermaine Pennant shared a photo on Instagram of himself and King recovering on a sofa, calling King his hero and thanking partner Mimmi Montgomery for caring for them both.
Why it matters: Pennant’s decision not to report the attack means no official action may follow, despite the severity of his injuries—over 50 stitches and multiple bite wounds—highlighting how personal choices can limit accountability in public animal-safety incidents involving high-profile individuals.
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