A 42-year-old man arrested on suspicion of assaulting an elderly male in Newport – knocking him unconscious – has been bailed as investigations into the shocking incident continue.
Detectives from Newport CID have taken the lead on the investigation into the serious assault on an 82-year-old man on Cross Lane, Newport last Friday (4th April).
As previously reported by Island Echo, it’s claimed that the gentleman was crossing over the road from School Lane when a motorcycle approached at speed from the Coppins Bridge direction. The elderly male gestured for the motorcyclist to slow down, believing the vehicle was travelling at speeds in excess of 60mph in a 30mph zone.
It is alleged that the motorcyclist parked up and punched the 82-year-old in the face with such force that it knocked him unconscious. He fell to the floor and sustained injuries to his face, elbow and hand, including bruising and swelling.
The perpetrator fled the scene, leaving the injured gentleman on the pavement. The victim’s family say he was ‘left for dead’.
Just hours after issuing an appeal for information, Police arrested a 42-year-old man from Newport on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
He has now been bailed until Monday 7th July, Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary has confirmed.
Anyone who saw what happened or who was in the area of Cross Lane, School Lane and Staplers Road around the time of the assault is asked to contact Police on 101, quoting 44250148639.
Alternatively, you can go online and submit information via https://www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/
You can also make reports 100% anonymously by calling the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or by visiting their website: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/.
