Alleged assault in Bournemouth – witness appeal

Detectives in Bournemouth are appealing for witnesses and anyone with information to come forward after a man was allegedly assaulted in Bournemouth town centre.

An altercation between two men took place at approximately 6.30pm on Sunday, 23 August at the junction of Richmond Hill and Yelverton Road in Bournemouth.

A 21-year-old man from Bournemouth was reportedly struck with an object and received a cut to the head. He was taken to the Royal Bournemouth Hospital for treatment and later released.

Detective Constable Roy Waters, of Bournemouth and Poole CID, said: “The victim was involved in an altercation with a man shortly after both men left a bar in the Richmond Hill area just before 6.30pm on Sunday, 23 August.

“I am appealing to anyone who witnessed this incident, and anyone who has any information about this alleged assault, to contact me urgently.

“I’m particularly keen to hear from the driver of a small white hatchback car, possibly a Vauxhall car, that was seen in the area of Richmond Hill at the time of the incident.

“I believe the driver may have important information which will help my investigation and I need to speak with this person as soon as possible.”

A 32-year-old Bournemouth man has been arrested in connection with incident and released on police bail while enquiries continue.

Witnesses and anyone with information should call Dorset Police in confidence on 01202 222 222 or the free and anonymous Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111 where mobile phone tariffs may apply.