CCTV released following assault in Salisbury

Monday, 23 December 2024 at 12:03

Wiltshire Police has issued a renewed appeal for witnesses following a serious assault in Salisbury in which a man sustained facial injuries.

In a statement they said, "At around 2.30am on December 3 the man was assaulted with an object, believed to be a screwdriver, on the junction of New Canal and Milford Street, and sustained a puncture wound just below his eye.

"The suspect, described as a man wearing black with a face covering, is believed to have ridden away on a push bike. He is thought to have been cycling around the city centre for some time before the incident.

"If you saw what happened or have information that could help with our enquiries please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 54240142437.

"You can also report to us online

"Or by calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

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