12-year-old boy arrested over Weston assault
The victim was also allegedly racially abused, before a car was set on fire
A 12-year-old boy has been arrested by police in connection with the racial abuse and assault of a man in Weston Super Mare, shortly before a car was set on fire.
Avon and Somerset Police were called to Dunster Crescent at around 7pm on Monday night (2nd September) to reports of an altercation, before a further call at 10:29pm that someone had thrown an object at a parked car, which then caught fire.
A 34-year-old man and 37-year-old woman were arrested earlier this week. All three have been released on bail.
The 12-year-old was detained on suspicion of common assault and arson.
Chief Inspector Jonathan Murray said: “We continue to keep the victim updated and supported as our investigation progresses.
“If you were in the area at the time and saw anything – or have any footage – which could help our investigation, please contact us.”
Anyone who does is asked to call 101 and quote reference 5224232129.