Man critical after Cardiff assault

Man arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent

Author: Claire PearsonPublished 14th Sep 2023

A man is fighting for his life in hospital following an assault outside a homeless centre in Cardiff early this morning (September 14).

It happened close to the Huggard Centre in Butetown.

South Wales Police say the victim remains in a critical condition following this morning's incident in Hansen Street.

A large area outside the centre was cordoned off with police tape and forensic officers were carrying out investigations.

A 43-year-old man has since been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent.

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