A local man had to be taken to hospital by paramedics after he was bitten multiple times by a dog near Friendship Park on Thursday night.

Kingston Police said in a news release that a man, his wife and their dog were walking in the area of Friendship Park near the intersection of Chestnut and Carlisle streets at roughly 9:45 p.m. when a tan pit bull-type dog ran toward them aggressively. When, as a precaution, the man stepped between the two dogs, the pit bull bit his hand and leg.

Two women who appeared to own or be responsible for the dog gained control of it through a leash and muzzle in their possession. Police said the women refused to stay at the park or provide any of the dog’s medical information to assist with the man’s care.

They were last seen walking northwest on Chestnut Street toward Cherry Street, where they mentioned they may reside.

The women were described as being in their 50s. One was wearing a red bomber-style jacket.

Kingston Police went to the scene and checked the area but were unable to find the two women or the dog.

Anyone with information that may assist in identifying the women or locating the dog in question is asked to call Kingston Police at 613-549-4660 and refer to report No. 20-11323.