A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) following a fight involving two men in Hereford last night (Saturday 16 August).
Police received multiple calls from members of the public reporting an assault in progress in the Commercial Street area of Hereford city centre around 11.30pm.
Upon arrival, it was established that an isolated violent assault had taken place with the victim – a man in his 40s – being punched and falling to the ground, hitting his head. No other persons and no weapons were involved.
The victim sustained a serious head injury and was taken to hospital.
The suspect fled the scene but was quickly tracked down thanks to the help of public witnesses and an off-duty police officer. A man was then detained by response officers.
A man in his 30s was arrested on suspicion of assault GBH and remains in police custody helping with enquiries.
A scene guard has been lifted this morning, and we would like to thank members of the public for their patience while our investigations continue at the location.
Detective Inspector Colin Berry said: “A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault GBH following a violent attack in Hereford city centre last night.
“We would like to thank members of the public for their help in identifying a suspect in what was an isolated incident between two men which posed no wider risk to the public.
“We would also like to reassure people that there were no weapons involved despite some commentary on social media saying there were.
“A suspect was identified and promptly arrested and is helping us with our enquiries.”
