Witness appeal after Old Town assault

By Jessica Durston - 21 September 2021

Crime

Swindon Police are seeking information about an attack on Victoria Road.

A man in his 30s was assaulted on Saturday morning - 18 September - at around 4.30am. 
 
The victim was outside Kings Best Barbeque takeaway when he was assaulted by a group of between five and seven men, after he challenged them about having a can thrown at him.
 
He needed hospital treatment for a shoulder injury, and suffered cuts and bruises.
 
A police spokesperson said: "We believe there were a number of passers-by who would have witnessed the incident and are appealing for them to get in touch."
 
Members of the public are asked to call PC Rosie Riley, from the Swindon Community Policing Team, on 101, quoting crime reference 54210091059 if they have any information that could assist with the force's enquiries.
 
Alternatively anonymous information can be given by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.

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