CCTV images released after 'frightening and violent' assault in Blandford

Dorset Police have released CCTV images of two suspects after a man in his 20's was assaulted in Blandford

Author: Maria GreenwoodPublished 11th Jan 2022

Police have released CCTV images of two suspects after an assault in Blandford.

Details of the attack that happened at around 2.50am on Sunday 7 November 2021 have just been released.

The victim, who is aged in his 20s, had been out with friends when he was assaulted outside The Kings Arms Hotel on Whitecliff Mill Street by two men.

He was punched several times during the incident and sustained bruising.

Police Constable Michelle Yarrow, of Dorset Police, said:

“This was a frightening and violent assault, and I am issuing these CCTV images in the hope that someone may know who these two men are.

“If you do recognise these men, or have any information that may assist my investigation, please get in contact with Dorset Police.”

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Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55210179699.

Alternatively, to stay 100 per cent anonymous, contact the independent charity Crimestoppers online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call Freephone 0800 555 111.

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