Hammer and knife attack in west Reading
A man suffered cuts and bruises on the Oxford Road
Thames Valley Police is appealing for witnesses to an assault in Reading.
A man attacked the victim, a man in his forties, with a hammer and a knife outside Wickes on Oxford Road at around 2.50pm on Monday (7/3).
The victim suffered a cut and bruising to his face and soreness to his shoulder but did not require hospital treatment.
Detective Constable Adam Tarrant, based at Reading police station, said:
“I am appealing for any witnesses of this incident, or anyone who was in the area and saw anything suspicious, to get in touch.
“Anyone who can help should call us on 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43220101137.
“Alternatively, contact the independent charity, Crimestoppers, anonymously by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting its website.”
A 52-year-old man from Reading has been arrested on suspicion of assault, possessing a knife/blade/sharp pointed article in a public place, possessing an offensive weapon in a public place and intimidating a witness/juror.
He has been released on police bail until 3 April.