Off-Duty Cop Attacked in Broad Daylight in Swindon
An off-duty Wiltshire Police officer was assaulted in Swindon this evening, sending shockwaves through the community.
Blow to the Head in Cheney Manor Road
The attack happened around 5:40pm on Cheney Manor Road. A man suddenly approached and struck the officer over the head with an unknown object. Thankfully, the officer did not require hospital treatment.
Massive Police Hunt Underway
Armed officers and a police helicopter swarmed the area, conducting extensive searches. However, no arrests have been made so far.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Superintendent Chris Chammings said: “Although our enquiries are at a very early stage, this appears to have been a targeted attack on a police officer.
“Thankfully, the officer involved does not appear to be seriously injured, but it is frightening to think how this could have easily had a very different outcome.”
“I would urge anyone who witnessed the assault, or who saw anyone acting suspiciously in the area around the time of the incident, to contact police urgently.”
If you have any information, call Swindon CID on 101 quoting log 270 of 20/04.
