Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident of disorder in the Cowleaze area...

Published: 11:08 pm January 14, 2025
Updated: 12:20 pm October 8, 2025
Police Appeal for Witnesses Following Disorder in Purton

Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses following an incident of disorder in the Cowleaze area of Purton on the evening of Sunday, 12 January.

Three men have been arrested in connection with the incident, which resulted in damage to a property and a vehicle.

  • A 44-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and assaulting an emergency worker.
  • An 18-year-old man and a 21-year-old man were both arrested on suspicion of criminal damage.

All three suspects remain in custody for questioning as officers investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Appeal for Information

Police are urging anyone who witnessed the disorder or saw any suspicious activity in the area to come forward.

If you have any information that could assist officers, please call 101, quoting reference 54250004242.

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