Dog Walker Brutally Attacked After Asking Yobs to Pick Up Broken Bottles in Cowes
A dog walker was left battered with cuts and bruises after politely asking a gang of yobboes to clear up smashed glass on a Cowes street. The victim, who wishes to remain anonymous, has shared shocking photos of his injuries through friends in a bid to bring the thugs to justice.
Late-Night Assault on Cowes Seafront
The violent attack went down around 11.30pm on Thursday along Bath Road, a popular dog-walking route on the Isle of Wight. The walker told us:
“I was out walking my dog as I always do. There was a group of low-life smashing bottles and chucking them on the road. I was worried someone could get badly cut or there could be a fire. I asked them very nicely to pick it up.”
But instead of clearing the mess, the yobs turned vicious. The walker said:
“They smashed me in the face, and I fell to the ground, my legs gave way. While I was down, one of them kicked me in the side of my face. All because I asked them to pick up their rubbish. Then they laughed and ran off.”
Outrage as Locals Rally for Justice
The shocking video and images have sparked anger online. Social media users are demanding the scumbags face the full force of the law.
- Gem Casson: “Oh my god that’s awful! Hope you find those cowardly scrotes and they get put away. Get well soon.”
- Barry Pease: “Shocking! These people need locking away pronto and heavy manners supplied.”
- Victoria Goldsmith: “Poor chap. Hope the culprits are caught and not necessarily just by the law. Some vile scum out there.”
Police Appeal for Information
Hampshire Constabulary confirmed they received a report that a man, believed to be in his 40s, was assaulted on Bath Road, Cowes, at 11.32pm on Thursday. The victim sustained cuts to his head.
If you know anything, call police on 101 quoting reference 44180283639. Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
