Three men assaulted in Castle Park in Bristol
Detectives investigating a string of night-time attacks
Detectives are investigating after three men were assaulted in separate incidents in Castle Park in Bristol over the past week.
On Sunday, 30th November, a man in his forties was attacked by two unknown men at around 1.15am.
The victim sustained injuries to his wrist, back, shoulder, and head, which required hospital treatment. These injuries are not believed to be life-threatening or life-changing.
Two further assaults were reported in the early hours of Wednesday, 3rd December, between 12.30am and 1.30am.
One victim is in his twenties and the other in his forties, but neither are thought to have needed medical treatment.
Increased patrols in response
Neighbourhood Policing Chief Inspector Keith Smith said: "We are in the early stages of our investigation and we remain open-minded about the motive behind these attacks.
"We understand matters of this nature can be incredibly distressing to the local community, and for this reason, we have further increased our patrols of Castle Park particularly in the area these attacks have taken place.
"These high-visibility patrols will include resources from our mounted, patrol, neighbourhood and other specialist units.
"We are engaging with our community groups and leaders and continue to update them and the victims of these assaults as our enquiries progress."
Limited suspect descriptions
Descriptions of possible suspects remain minimal due to the time of night the assaults took place.
Investigators believe the suspects are two men, one Black and one white, both wearing balaclavas.
Detectives are keen to speak to a potential witness who may have seen the first assault on Sunday.
The victim has described the man as being of Indian descent, with short hair and in his thirties.
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact investigators.