CCTV: Elderly man assaulted in Salisbury city centre

Police say the attack in Winchester Street was 'unprovoked'

Author: Faye TryhornPublished 2nd May 2023

An elderly man's been assaulted in Salisbury city centre, with police releasing CCTV pictures of a man they want to trace.

The 73 year old victim was found in the middle of the road on Winchester Street at around 7.00pm on Saturday (29th April).

It's believed the man had been pushed from behind and knocked to the ground.

Police are describing it as an 'unprovoked' attack and have shared pictures of someone they'd like to speak to in connection with what happened.

Do you recognise this man? Wiltshire Police are looking to trace him following an assault on an elderly man in Salisbury

DC Sue Ellway said:

“We believe this to have been an unprovoked attack. The victim was pushed with such force that he has fallen to the ground, causing cuts to his face, head and hands and loss of consciousness.

“We would like to thank several people who stopped to help the victim, including a female wheelchair user. We’re now appealing for anyone who saw what happened to get in touch with us.

“We would also like your help to identify the man in the image. We believe he may be able to help with our enquiries.”

If you saw what happened, you can contact Wiltshire Police on 101, quoting reference number 54230045065.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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