Man seriously assaulted in St Paul's
Avon and Somerset Police have launched an appeal for information following the incident last week (June 20)
Police have launched an appeal for information after a man suffered potentially life changing injuries in St Pauls last week.
On Tuesday night (June 20) between 11-11.30pm, the man in his 40s was confronted by an unknown man when he was walking along Frome Valley Walkway.
The unknown man is reported by police to have been armed with a blade.
The victim made off towards St Pauls Roundabout Tunnel when he was confronted again and was attacked with the bladed article.
The man in his 30s was seriously assaulted.
The victim sustained deep cuts to his head, hands and arms. He was taken to hospital with possible life-changing injuries, he has since been discharged to recover at home.
He was later discharged from hospital - with police saying a 37 year old man has been released on bail after his arrest.
Officers are appealing for anyone with information or who saw the incident or aftermath to get in touch.
Investigating officer, DS Lisa Jones, said: “A 37-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and released on police bail and our investigation is ongoing.
“This is a serious assault which has resulted in one person sustaining significant injuries while they were walking and minding their own business.
“Knife crime is a very serious matter. Anyone who makes the decision to carry a knife on their person is making a choice. Someone could be seriously harmed or worse, even if you only choose to carry a knife for protection.”
The suspect is described by the victim as black, in his 30s, around 6ft to 6ft 2ins tall, of slim build, with short, black hair.
He was wearing a black hooded jumper, dark trousers, and trainers.
If you were in the area and witnessed the incident, or the moments before or after, please contact police on 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5223146017.
You can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111.