A woman whose arm was bitten by a dog and needed 47 stitches is believed to be recovering at home.

Norfolk police confirmed that a woman was attacked by a Rottweiler-type dog in Elm Grove Lane, north Norwich, last Tuesday .

The dog was taken away by the wardens to be destroyed, police said.

Do you know the woman who was attacked? Call reporter David Bale on 01603 772427 or email david.bale2@archant.co.uk.