Witness Appeal After Assault In Cowes

This in from Police, in their own words. Ed

Police TapePolice are appealing for witnesses to come forward after an assault was reported in Cowes on the Isle of Wight.

Officers were called to Cross Street in the town shortly after 1am on Saturday, October 29, 2011.

Man assaulted by group
A 43-year-old man from the Isle of Wight was reported to have been assaulted by a group of men near the Painters Arms pub and Franski Place in Cowes. The victim was not seriously injured.

Officers have pursued several lines of enquiry in Cowes over the past week and would like to thank everyone who has helped the investigation move forward so far.

However, police believe there are still several other witnesses to identify and contact.

Get in touch
This part of Cowes was busy with people shortly before 1am on Saturday morning (October 29, 2011) so officers are appealing for anyone who saw an assault to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC 21850 Peter Burdis at Newport Police Station by phoning 101.

Mini-com users can call 01962 875000.

Information can be given anonymously by phoning the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.