Arrests after woman 'manhandled out' of Gloucestershire bar

Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident in Evesham

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Author: Ryan BurrowsPublished 5th Apr 2024

Two men and a woman have been arrested following a reports a woman was forcibly removed from a bar in Evesham.

Police have said the incident took place at a venue in Bewdley Street in Evesham between 11pm and midnight on March 29th.

A man entered the bar and grabbed a woman before manhandling her outside. He was then reported to have physically forced her to Cowl Street where they have both gotten into a vehicle.

They are then believed to have driven into Gloucestershire, where further offences are currently being investigated.

Gloucestershire Constabulary said the woman has since been traced to a safe location and her welfare has been checked.

Officers are appealing for anybody who was in the bar at the time and who witnessed anything suspicious to come forward.

They would also like to hear from anyone who may have mobile phone footage which they believe to be relevant.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Gloucestershire Constabulary through the website, quoting incident number 162 of 30 March.

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