Man arrested on suspicion of assault after incidents in Gloucester

A man reportedly assaulted three people outside Paddy Power in Gloucester on March 12

Author: Lizzie CouttsPublished 16th Mar 2026

A man has been arrested after three people were reportedly assaulted in Gloucester last week.

Police say it was reported that a man had pushed over and attempted to punch a woman he knew before kicking and punching two unknown members of the public outside Paddy Power on Southgate Street between 5:40pm and 5.55pm on Thursday (March 12).

The victims sustained minor injuries which did not require medical treatment.

Officers arrested a 39-year-old man from Gloucester on suspicion of three counts of assault.

He has since been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Police are appealing for any witnesses or anyone with CCTV or mobile footage to contact them.

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