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Police seek female witness to Sunday night assault near Floating Bridge

We’re appealing for witnesses to a serious assault which took place in Cowes on Sunday night (27 March).

Between 10pm and 10.20pm, a man in his 40s was assaulted by another man on Medina Road near to the Floating Bridge.

He sustained facial injuries and a broken wrist as a result.

Did you see the incident?
Following the incident, we know that the victim spoke to a lady who we suspect witnessed the assault take place.

While we don’t currently have a description of this lady, we would appeal directly to her to make contact with us to describe what she saw.

In addition, we would appeal to anyone who was in the area and witnessed the assault on Sunday night to please make contact with us.

One arrest made
As part of enquiries, a 35-year-old man from East Cowes has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent. He has been bailed until 26 April.

Get in touch
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 44220121410. You can also submit information to us via the Website.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111, or via their anonymous online form at crimestoppers-uk.org


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