Seriously injured man in hospital after Bridgwater assault

A 31 year old man has been arrested

Author: Chris TatePublished 24th Mar 2024

Police investigating a serious assault in Bridgwater in the early hours of Saturday morning are appealing for witnesses and information.

Officers were called shortly before 1.15am to a report that a man had been punched to the floor and knocked unconscious outside the Palace Nightclub in Penel Orlieu.

The man, in his 40s, was taken to hospital with head injuries that are believed to be life-changing. His family have been informed.

A 31-year-old man from Bridgwater has been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm without intent. He remains in police custody.

Witnesses to the incident or anyone with information is asked to call police on 101, quoting reference number 5224074760.