Man injured after serious assault in Paignton

A man has suffered potentially life changing injuries

Author: Megan PricePublished 18th Jun 2023

A man has suffered potentially life changing injuries after a serious assault in Paignton.

Officers were called to Torbay Road at around 6.20pm on Friday 16 June where a weapon was seized following reports of an assault.

It was reported that a man had been assaulted with a bladed weapon and sustained a neck injury.

The 50 year old victim was taken to hospital for treatment and his injuries are believed to be potentially life changing.

A 29-year-old man from Torbay was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and is in police custody.

A scene guard was put in place during the evening whilst officers carried out enquiries at the scene.

Anyone with information which may assist the investigation is asked to report it by calling 101 or online quoting reference 50230170648.