Man arrested after teenager assaulted, Torquay
A man has been arrested following an unprovoked assault on a teenage boy in Torquay town centre.
The incident happened inside McDonald’s on Union Street around 4.20pm on Friday 30 October.
The boy was approached by a man inside the restaurant and was assaulted with a bottle.
He sustained cuts to his head and was taken to Torbay Hospital. His injuries are not life-threatening or life-changing.
A man in his 50s from Birmingham has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in police custody.
Officers are carrying out enquiries and appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident, or has information which could assist with the investigation, to come forward.
Detective Superintendent Hayley Costar said: “This was an unprovoked assault on a teenage boy who was treated at hospital for his injuries.
“One man has been arrested in connection with the incident as our investigation continues.
“We understand this is a concerning incident but we would like to reassure the public that this appears to be an isolated incident and there is no wider risk to the community.”
Anyone with relevant information is asked to contact police via the Force website or by calling 101, quoting reference 50260291126.
Information can also be passed anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers via crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling 0800 555111.
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