Two injured by suspected blade in Bristol park

Avon and Somerset Police have launched an appeal for witnesses following the incident on Wednesday (March 13)

Easton Park
Author: Oliver MorganPublished 15th Mar 2024

Two people have been injured in an incident earlier this week in a Bristol park.

Police say it's suspected to have involved a bladed weapon at Riverside Park in Easton.

The incident happened at about 1.15pm on Wednesday (March 13), with officers now launching an appeal for witnesses after they were called out to reports of a disturbance.

In a statement, Avon and Somerset Police said: "The member of the public who called told us there were a number of individuals involved who were riding electric bikes.

"On arrival officers found two men had sustained injuries. One had sustained a foot injury, and the other a hand injury, which are suspected to have been caused by a bladed weapon.

"Both went to hospital but subsequently left later in the day.

"Enquiries into the incident are ongoing, but we suspect this may have been an attempted robbery.

"The neighbourhood team is aware and will be carrying out additional patrols as a result.

"Witnesses are asked to call us on 101 and provide the call-handler with reference number 5224065091."

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