Harbourside attack Police seek trio after man’s eye socket is smashed
AMAN was brutally attacked by three young men at Bristol Harbourside, sparking a police appeal.
Avon and Somerset Police said the victim, 35, was pushed, kicked and punched during the assault, suffering a suspected broken eye socket and concussion.
The attack took place close to Pero’s Bridge at about 2.40am to 2.50am on Saturday, February 17. Investigating officers have released images of three men, who are believed to be aged in their teens or 20s, they would like to identify in connection with what happened.
The first is described as white, of stocky/muscular build, and with blond/ginger hair. He was wearing a black t-shirt, a khaki button-down shirt, black zip-up coat, blue jeans, black trainers and a neck chain.
The second is said to be Black and of medium/muscular build.
He was wearing black padded jacket with a white zip, black trousers and a black beanie hat.
The third is described as white, of slim build, and with brown facial hair. He was wearing a black Trapstar tracksuit with white and red writing on and a black beanie hat.
Avon and Somerset Police said in a public appeal: “If you recognise any of the men, or have information which could help our investigation, please call us on 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5224042732.
“We’d also be keen to hear from any witnesses too because we believe they were a number in the area at the time.”
They added: “You can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their Anonymous Online Form.
“No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.”