Man hit over the head with glass bottle during Burgess Hill assault
Police have arrested three people
Police in Burgess Hill have arrested three individuals in connection with an unprovoked assault during a bonfire event in the town.
The incident happened on Newport Road on Saturday, 26th September at approximately 9.15pm, when a 40-year-old man was struck over the head with a glass bottle and further assaulted on the ground after requesting a group of youths to make room for a pushchair.
Two men, aged 19, and a 16-year-old boy have been arrested on suspicion of assault and have been bailed while further enquiries are conducted.
Detective Sergeant Bryony Lewin-Playford said: “The bonfire event attracted a large number of people who may have witnessed what happened. We are keen to speak with anyone who saw what happened and to those who intervened.
“We have arrested two men, aged 19, and a 16-year-old boy on suspicion of assault and they have been bailed for further enquiries.
“A group of teenagers left the area via London Road towards St John’s Park. If you saw what happened, please contact us."