Appeal for specific witness

THAMES Valley Police is appealing for a specific witness to an assault which took place in Reading.

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At around 4.10am on Sunday, January 29, a man began to harass a group of people at the junction of Garrard Street and Station Road.

This led to an altercation, during which a woman in her twenties was hit on the side of the head while attempting to separate two people.

She was knocked to the floor, causing a lump on her head.

Another woman who was also trying to help was punched in the face, leading to

A 40-year-old man from Wokingham was arrested on suspicion of assault after officers arrived, and has been released on bail until Saturday, April 29.

Police are appealing for a witness who was wearing a grey top and reflective, hi-vis trousers to come forward as a key witness.

Investigating officer PC Matthew Lucas, based at Reading police station, said: “Witnesses have described a workman who was a good Samaritan and tried to diffuse the fight. We would be really keen to speak to him as a key witness.

“The workman was wearing a grey top and reflective hi-vis trousers and appeared to be working in Garrard Street at the time of the incident.

“We are appealing to this witness, or anyone else with information, to call 101 or make a report on our website, quoting reference number 43230048266.

“Alternatively, you can provide information anonymously to the independent charity, Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or via its website.”