CCTV appeal following assault in Weymouth town centre

Officers investigating an assault in Weymouth town centre are issuing an image of three people they would like to identify.

At around 4.30am on Sunday 5 July 2026, an altercation occurred on The Esplanade.

Two men – aged 19 and 20 years old – who were nearby went over to intervene and were subsequently assaulted.

Both of the victims sustained serious injuries and required medical treatment.

Police Constable Chloe Seaward, of Weymouth police, said: “I am carrying out an investigation to try and identify those involved.

“As part of my enquiries, I am issuing an image of three people I would like to speak to and would ask anyone who recognises them to please come forward.”

View image here: https://news.dorset.police.uk/news-article/8d27ffd6-2f84-f111-9d9b-6045bdd24049

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260100316. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.