Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted by a group in Stroud earlier this month, leaving him with multiple facial injuries that required hospital treatment.
The incident happened at around 12.10am on Sunday 1 November at the corner of King Street and George Street. Officers received a report that a group of men had assaulted another man, knocking him to the floor and hitting him in the face.
What police say happened
The victim, who is in his 30s, was injured during the assault. Police believe the group then left the area in a vehicle.
A man was arrested on Wednesday 11 November on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm in connection with the incident. He remained in custody while enquiries continued to identify and locate those involved.
How to contact police
Officers are asking anyone who witnessed the assault, or who has information, footage or CCTV that could assist the investigation, to come forward.
Information can be submitted online using Gloucestershire Constabulary’s existing case report form. Anyone contacting police should quote reference number 53260094317.
The appeal was published by Gloucestershire Constabulary at 3.45pm on 11 November 2026. Enquiries remain ongoing.