Man sustains fractured eye socket in Reading assault
It happened in Callington Road at around 5.30pm on Friday evening (18/6)
Police are now appealing for witnesses following the assault occasioning grievous bodily harm.
The victim, a 36-year-old man, was in a Mercedes panel van which was parked on the road when he became involved in an argument with others who were in the van with him.
A fight then happened on the road leaving the man with a fractured eye socket as a result of the assault.
He was taken to hospital for treatment, but has since been discharged.
Investigating officer, Detective Sergeant Jon Morley, based at Reading police station, said:
“This happened at a busy time of day and there are persons visible on CCTV who will have witnessed the offence taking place.
“If you saw this incident, or have any information which you think could be relevant to our appeal, please contact us on 101, quoting reference number 43210268356.
“Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or make a report online.”