Man seriously injured in Paignton assault
Devon and Cornwall Police are appealing for witnesses and footage
A man is in hospital after being attacked in Paignton during the early hours of this morning.
Emergency services responded to reports of an assault on Victoria Street at around 1.50am today (Saturday 7th November 2026).
The victim suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital, where he remains in a stable condition.
The area has been cordoned off while investigations continue.
Detectives are asking for help from anyone who might have been in the vicinity at the time.
They are eager to talk to witnesses who observed the attack or noticed anything unusual.
This includes reviewing any CCTV, doorbell, dashcam or mobile phone footage that could aid the investigation.
The suspect is described as a man of medium build, wearing light blue jeans, a navy Canada Goose style jacket, and a dark-coloured hat.
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