Man arrested after crossbow assault
Another man sustained a wound from a crossbow bolt in Wellington
A man has been arrested after wounding another man with a crossbow in Wellington.
Police were called to Wardlewoth Way at around 9.50pm yesterday (Monday 9 June) after reports that a man had been assaulted.
The victim, a man in his 30s was taken to hospital after being injured by a crossbow bolt.
His injury is not thought to be life-threatening.
A man, aged in his 40s, was arrested nearby on suspicion of wounding with intent.
He remains in police custody while the investigation continues.
A cordon is in place while this takes place.
Neighbourhood Inspector Joe Piscina said: “This was a shocking incident and a full investigation is well underway, although we do believe it involved two people who were known to each other.
“Fortunately, the victim escaped more serious injuries and he has now been discharged from hospital to continue his recovery at home.”