CCTV appeal following reported assault in Bournemouth

CCTV appeal following reported assault in Bournemouth

Officers are issuing images of a man they would like to identify following an alleged assault in Bournemouth.

At around 11pm on Wednesday 15 July 2026, it is reported that two men were assaulted outside Istanbul Food Centre in Old Christchurch Road.

One of the victims sustained an injury to his jaw and received medical treatment. The second victim sustained injuries that are not believed to be serious.

A 23-year-old man from Bournemouth was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and has been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

Police Constable Ollie Chant, of BCP CID, said: “I am continuing to investigate this incident and have obtained CCTV images of a man I would like to identify.

“I would ask anyone who may recognise him to please get in touch.”

View images here: https://news.dorset.police.uk/news-article/73cabd63-c3b5-f111-9da0-6045bdd24049

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police online or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55260107370. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online using its website or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.