Man suffers head injuries during fight in Wellington

The incident happened at around 4.15am yesterday morning in the car park at Pussycats in Wellington.

The fight broke out between a number of individuals during which the victim, a 21-year-old man, was hit on the head several times by a heavy branch or stick.

The victim suffered head injuries and a result he remains in hospital in a stable condition whilst medical staff try to diagnose his injuries.

Three men were seen to flee the car park immediately after the incident and run off towards the bottom end of Tan Bank in the direction of the YMCA.

A police spokesman said:

“The men who were seen to run off are all described as being white, while one is described as being aged around 20 and the other two as being 17 or 18 years old.

“One of the men had a bald head and the other two were described as having brown or mousey coloured hair. All three men were said to be wearing ‘Barbour’ or ‘Bomber’ style jackets.

“Anyone who believes they may have information about this assault, especially anyone who may have witnessed it, is asked to call police officers in Telford on 101 or 0300 333 3000, quoting incident number 0168S 061013.

“Alternatively, please remember that information can also be pass on anonymously by call the independent charity, Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.”