Man charged with attempted murder of teenager at McDonald's restaurant
A 52-year-old man from Birmingham is accused of attacking a 16-year-old boy in Torquay yesterday afternoon
A man from Birmingham has been charged with the attempted murder of a 16-year-old boy in at a McDonald's restaurant in Torquay.
Wayne Abbotts, a 52-year-old, is due to appear in Plymouth Magistrates Court on Monday 2nd November 2026, following the alleged attack in Union Street in Torquay town centre.
Devon and Cornwall Police say a teenager was assaulted inside the restaurant with a bottle, sustaining cuts to his head, at around 4.20pm yesterday afternoon (Friday 30th October 2026).
He was quickly taken to Torbay Hospital, where he remains under care, though his injuries are described as neither life-threatening nor life-changing.
Detective Inspector Natalie Symons from Devon and Cornwall Police said:
“Our robust investigation has resulted in the suspect being swiftly charged. We would like to reassure people that this was an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the community.”
Police are continuing their enquiries and urging anyone with information about the incident to reach out via their website or by calling 101, quoting reference 50260291126.
Information can also be given anonymously to Crimestoppers through their website or by calling 0800 555111.
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