Woman found with serious injuries in Paignton

A 60-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder

Author: Sophie SquiresPublished 26th Jun 2023

Police have launched an investigation after locating a woman with serious injuries in Paignton.

Officers were called at around 1.00am yesterday (Sunday 25 June) following reports of a disturbance on Church Street.

Police and ambulance attended and found a local woman in her 50’s unconscious on the street and having sustained serious, life-threatening injuries.

She remains in Derriford Hospital in Plymouth in a critical but stable condition.

Detective Sergeant Martin Key said: "We are investigating the circumstances surrounding this incident and scene guards remain in place.

"We have arrested a 60-year-old man on suspicion of attempted murder; He remains in police custody and awaits questioning.

"Whilst we will keep an open mind as the investigation progresses, at this point we are not looking for anyone else in connection to this matter."

DS Key added: "We are appealing for witnesses and would like to hear from anyone who was in the Church Street area overnight, or anyone who may have any information that could aid the investigation.

"We would also like to hear from anyone with CCTV, Doorbell camera or dashcam footage of the area that could assist."

Police can be contacted quoting case reference 50230177850.

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