Man arrested following Oswestry town centre assault
Police today appealed for witnesses following an early morning assault on a 33-year-old man in the town centre.
He was approached by two men in Willow Street just after 12.30am today, punched in the face and knocked to the ground.
The assault resulted in cuts to the back of his head and several broken teeth.
A West Mercia Police spokesperson said: “It appears to be an unprovoked assault which happened outside the USA Fried Chicken premises. Shortly after, the victim was approached again and threatened near the Boar’s Head pub.
“As part of the investigation, we are appealing to anyone who saw any part of this incident to contact Oswestry police station by calling 101. Information can also be given to the anonymous Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.”
A 22-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assault, causing actual bodily harm. He is in custody at Shrewsbury police station for questioning.
