Niles police are asking for the public’s help identifying someone suspected of trying to poison a dog.

The incident occurred around 1:20 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, in the 200 block of North State Street, according to a community alert from the Niles City Police Department.

Investigators are trying to identify the person who allegedly placed or provided a substance intended to harm a dog.

Anyone with information, knowledge of suspicious activity or relevant surveillance footage can contact Niles police at

nilespsd@nilesmi.org.

Tips may also be submitted anonymously through Michigan Crime Stoppers at www.michianacrimestoppers.com, by calling 800-342-STOP, or through the P3 Tips app.

The case number is 26-12188.