Witnesses Sought After Assault In St Leonards

Officers are appealing for witnesses after an assault in Mildenhall Drive, St Leonards on July 25 at around 4.50pm.

The incident reportedly involved an altercation between four men.

It is believed the men are known to one another, and this is being treated as an isolated incident.

During the incident, it is believed that the victim and suspects travelled on foot down an alleyway parallel to Battle Road to the junction of Ashbrook Road.

The 34-year-old victim was taken to hospital and received treatment for serious injuries. He has since been discharged.

A 21-year-old man was arrested on 31 July on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of a psychoactive substance with intent to supply. He has been bailed

while the investigation remains ongoing.

We encourage anyone who witnessed this incident or who has relevant information such as CCTV or mobile footage to come forward.

Information can be reported to us online or by dialling 101 quoting serial 1097 of 25/07.