Police appeal for witnesses following serious assault at Dorchester beauty spot
Man in 30s was assaulted by another man who was known to him
A man in his 20s was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and later bailed following a serious assault at a Dorchester beauty spot.
Shortly before 2pm on Saturday (3rd May), Dorset Police received a report that a man aged in his 30s had been assaulted by another man who was known to him in the area of Hardy Monument.
The victim was taken to hospital for treatment to cuts and a suspected stab wound, with the injuries not believed to be life-changing or life-threatening.
Detective Constable Neil Hooker, of Dorset County CID, said: “We have been conducting extensive enquiries into this matter and have arrested a suspect.
“I am appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident and may be able to assist our enquiries to please contact us.
“In particular, I understand two members of the public came to the aid of the victim and I would be keen for these individuals to please make themselves known to us, so we can take their accounts.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55250062632.
Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.