Police make two further arrests after two men attacked and racially abused in Bristol
One man was left with a broken jaw, fractured eye socket and internal injuries
Last updated 10th Oct 2025
Police investigating a hate crime in Bristol have made two further arrests.
Two men were racially abused and attacked with a metal pole in Sarah Street, Lawrence Hill, at about 7.35pm on Monday 22 September.
One victim was left with a broken jaw, fractured eye socket and internal injuries.
The two men were attacked by a group of four men, some of whom then left the area in a white van.
Police have now arrested three men in their 20s and 30s on suspicion of racially/religiously aggravated assault causing grievous bodily harm.
The first was arrested on Tuesday 30 September, the second on Wednesday 8 October and the third yesterday.
All have since been released on conditional police bail while the investigation continues.
Neighbourhood Chief Inspector Serena Serjeant said: “Such violence and hate has no place in our city. We continue to work with our CID colleagues to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.
“We’re also continuing to support the communities most affected by this vile behaviour, and to keep people informed of the progress we’re making.”