Man Brutally Assaulted with Glass Bottle After Football Match
A man in his 50s was viciously attacked by three men on Lower Bannister Street late Wednesday night (2 March) between 11:10pm and 11:30pm. The attackers used a glass bottle, which was later recovered broken at the scene.
Attackers Described as Young White Males
- One man: white, in his 20s, around 6ft tall, stocky build
- The other two: white, in their 20s, slim build
Victim Suffers Severe Injuries
The victim sustained serious wounds including a fractured skull and a brain bleed. Police believe the attackers had also been at the Yates pub in Above Bar Street.
Rebecca Stevens from Western Investigations said: “Prior to this incident, the victim attended the southampton/" title="Southampton" data-wpil-keyword-link="linked">Southampton vs West Ham United football match and then visited the Yates pub in Above Bar Street. “We believe those involved in the incident had also been at this pub. “If you have any information that can help us identify these three men, please contact us.”
Police Appeal for Witnesses
Did you spot anyone acting suspiciously around the city centre or carrying a glass bottle that night? Have you got CCTV or dashcam footage that could help?
Contact police on 101 or report online quoting 44220085815.
