Police appeal for witnesses after tensions were raised at the petrol pump. This in from the police, in their own words. Ed
Police confirm a report was received of an assault at Morrisons supermarket petrol station off Newport Road in Lake on the Isle of Wight.
It’s alleged there was a dispute between a man driving a blue Renault, and a family from West Yorkshire, who were in a BMW in front of him, buying petrol.
Accusations of assault
There are also accusations of an assault involving both motorists during this dispute, which took place shortly after 12.15pm on Sunday, January 8, 2012.
Officers are making enquiries to establish the exact chain of events, and trace the blue Renault and its driver.
Get in touch
Anyone with information can contact Shanklin police station by phoning 101. Mini-Com users can call the police on 01962 875000.
Information can be given anonymously by calling the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.
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