West Midlands Police are urgently seeking information from the public following a disturbing incident in which a couple was brutally assaulted in uk/topic/hednesford/">Hednesford. The shocking attack unfolded on Market Street shortly before 00:30 BST on Sunday, October 8.
The victims, both in their 50s, were walking home when they passed by the Jaipur restaurant. At that moment, two unidentified males reportedly emerged from a vehicle, believed to be an Audi A4, and launched a violent assault on the couple. During the assault, the woman was punched in the face, and her courageous partner intervened but was struck on the head with what appeared to be a metal bar. Subsequently, due to the severity of the attack, the male victim required 11 staples to treat his head injuries.
Expressing deep concern regarding the brutality of the assault, PC Lucy Baker stated, “This was a particularly vicious attack, and we are keen to hear from anyone who can help us trace those responsible. If you have any information regarding this incident, please call 101.”
Local law enforcement agencies are actively investigating the incident and are appealing to the public for any potential information or evidence that may assist in identifying the perpetrators. This appeal encompasses individuals who may have witnessed the assault and those who might possess CCTV, dash-cam, or doorbell footage from the vicinity during the time of the attack.
If you witnessed the assault or have any information that could contribute to the ongoing investigation, please contact the authorities at 101, quoting incident number 23 of October 8. Alternatively, you can reach out to them via Live Chat on their official website.
The West Midlands Police remain committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community and are reliant on the assistance of the public in bringing those responsible for this shocking incident to justice.
