ASSAULT SUSPECT TASERED BY POLICE DURING EARLY MORNING ARREST IN PAN

A 32-year-old man wanted in connection with an assault was tasered by Police in Newport early this morning (Tuesday) when he challenged officers with violence. At just gone 06:30, Police were called to reports of an assault at an address on Ash Road on Pan Estate. Officers arrived on scene to find their suspect had already left the area, prompting a search to be launched. The suspect was soon located at Downside Park at around 07:30, but when approached, became violent towards officers. In response, an officer discharged their taser to effectively control and detain the male. The Isle of Wight Ambulance Service was called to check over the detained male. Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary has confirmed that the 32-year-old from Cowes has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage and common assault. He remains in custody at this time.