Man knocked unconscious in unprovoked Wimborne assault
The victim in his 60s was attacked from behind
A man in his 60s has been knocked unconscious during an assault in Wimborne town centre.
He was approached from behind in Crown Mead, near to the Library, at around 1.00am on Sunday (1st September).
The victim needed hospital treatment, but has since been discharged.
A suspect is described as:
- White
- Aged in his late 20s
- Between six feet two and six feet four inches tall
- Bearded
PC Caroline Orchard, of Dorset Police, said:
“Thankfully, the victim did not sustain any serious injuries in this unprovoked assault. I am appealing to anyone who was in the area and witnessed what happened to please come forward.
“In particular, I am keen to speak to a blonde woman who was in the vicinity and may have important information to help my enquiries.”
If you can help with any information, you're asked to contact Dorset Police on 101, quoting reference number 55230139399.
You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.