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Man In 50s Hospitalised With Head Injuries After Ryde Assault

A man in his 50s suffered head injuries after an assault that took place in Ryde.

A 33-year-old man from the town has been arrested in connection with the incident on Saturday.

Officers say it happened in Green Street at around 10.05pm.

The victim remains in hospital at this time and police say the injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

A spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said:

'The man who committed the assault was described as being of a muscular build and wearing a white t-shirt, jeans and white trainers.

'We believe there were cars in the area just before and after the assault, so are asking anyone who witnessed the incident, or perhaps captured something on Dash Cam, to make contact with us.'

Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting 44200245766.

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