Man arrested after disturbance in Page Hall

Police were called out in the early hours of Boxing Day to a disturbance

Author: Ellie KumarPublished 27th Dec 2021

A 24 year old man is under arrest after a disturbance in Page Hall in the early hours of Boxing Day.

Police were called out to Willoughby Street around 2am, where it's reported that a large group of people were witnessed fighting, some armed with sticks and metal bars. It was reported that the group caused damage to three parked cars.

Police attended the scene and dispersed the group. A 47-year-old man suffered minor injuries and was taken to hospital via ambulance.

A 24-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon and criminal damage. He remains in custody.

An investigation are ongoing to trace those involved. Police are carrying out additional patrols in the area as they carry out enquiries and provide the local community with reassurance.

Police are urging any witnesses to come forward.

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