UPDATED: Two men and police officer injured in glass bottle attack in Bournemouth
Police were called to Lower Gardens last night
Last updated 30th Apr 2024
Two men are in hospital and a police officer has been injured after a glass bottle attack in Bournemouth.
Officers were called to Lower Gardens just after 6.30pm last night.
It is reported that two men – aged in their 30s and 40s – were assaulted with a glass bottle causing facial injuries. They were taken to hospital for treatment and their injuries are not believed to be serious.
Officers attended and a 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and assault by beating.
During the incident, a police officer reportedly sustained a minor injury to their hand and the man was also arrested on suspicion of assault by beating of an emergency worker.
Detective Chief Inspector Andy Bell, of BCP CID, said: “Officers quickly arrived at the scene with the ambulance service and fast-time enquiries were carried out to detain the man and ensure those injured received treatment.
“A cordon was put in place to allow for an examination to be carried out and we would like to thank the public for their patience while this was in place.
“Detectives are now carrying out detailed enquiries to establish the full circumstances of the incident. This incident occurred during the evening in a busy location and we would ask anyone who saw what happened and has not already spoken to police to please get in touch.
“A policing presence will remain in the vicinity and our neighbourhood policing teams will be carrying out high-visibility reassurance patrols in the area and can be approached by anyone with information or concerns.”