Shocking Attack Near Garsdale Bridge After Dog Scuffle
A peaceful walk turned violent on Monday 5 April 2021 at around 1pm near Garsdale Bridge. A man in his 70s and a woman were approached by two dogs – a bulldog-type and a small black and tan Terrier-style. The elderly man gently moved one dog away with his foot to avoid tripping.
Shouted Abuse Sparks Brutal Assault
A nearby man sitting on a bench suddenly shouted abuse at the pensioner, despite his explanation. The bench sitter was with a white woman in her mid-30s, sporting shoulder-length blonde hair, a pink zip-up hooded top, and tight grey trousers, plus a young boy.
The couple carried on their walk, only to be confronted again when the man from the bench got out of a black car – similar to a Nissan Juke – parked on Home Road.
Man in 40s Launches Violent Attack
The suspect, described as white, 40-45 years old, bald, about 5’9″ with a round face, wearing a black zipped fleece, red shorts and trainers, punched and kicked the elderly man. The woman was pushed backwards during the attack.
The victim needed hospital treatment for bruising sustained in the assault.
Police Appeal for Witnesses
PC Elliot Penn of Dorset Police said: “We are carrying out several enquiries to identify the suspect. I urge anyone who witnessed the incident or recognises the man or woman described to come forward.”
If you have information, contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk, email [email protected], or call 101 quoting occurrence number 55210053389. For complete anonymity, contact Crimestoppers at Crimestoppers-uk.org or call freephone 0800 555 111.
