Man struck repeatedly over the head in violent bus station assault

By Amanda Wilkins - 19 July 2024

CommunityCrime

Wiltshire Police have arrested a man on suspicion of section 18 grievous bodily harm following a serious assault at Swindon bus station yesterday evening (18/07).

At around 11.50pm, police responded to a report that a man in his 40s had been struck over the head repeatedly with an item, suffering injuries which required hospital treatment.

He has since been discharged from hospital.

A man in his 40s has been arrested and is currently in custody.

A spokesperson said: “Scenes remain in place at the bus station and Western Street, Old Town, while we conduct further enquiries.

“Anyone who witnessed the incident is asked to contact us on 101 quoting log 392 of yesterday’s date.”

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