Woman assaulted on Cheltenham's Promenade as police appeal for witnesses
Officers believe the daytime attack was filmed by passers-by
Last updated 25th Aug 2026
A woman was grabbed by the throat and verbally abused in the middle of Cheltenham, police have said.
Officers are now appealing for witnesses and footage after the attack near the Queens Hotel on The Promenade.
It happened between 4.30pm and 5pm on Friday 21st August.
What happened
A man was seen to grab the woman by the throat and verbally abuse her before he was restrained by members of the public, according to Gloucestershire Police.
A man in his 50s was arrested on suspicion of common assault.
He has since been released on conditional bail while enquiries continue.
Appeal for footage
Officers investigating believe the attack may have been filmed by members of the public.
Anyone who saw what happened, or has footage that could help the inquiry, is asked to contact Gloucestershire Police.
Information can be shared through an online form on the force's website.