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Man Suffers Facial Injuries In Assault At Retail Park In Newport

One person has been arrested - and another has suffered facial injuries - following an assault in Newport.

A cordon is in place at Towngate Retail Park this morning (Thursday).

Blood can be seen on the pavement next to the main building.

Hampshire Constabulary says it was called to reports of an assault at 9.05am.

A man in his 30s suffered facial injuries and has been taken to hospital for treatment.

A 34-year-old man from Freshwater, arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm, remains in custody.

A police spokesperson said:

"We believe this to be an isolated incident with no wider risk to the public."

Officers remain at the incident.

One police vehicle is in attendance.

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