RAYLEIGH, England – A man was seriously injured in an assault in Rayleigh High Street early Sunday morning. The victim, who briefly lost consciousness, was rushed to the hospital and remains in serious condition with a life-threatening head injury.
Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward as no arrests have been made. The incident occurred near the taxi rank in the high street, and officers are asking for anyone with information or footage to assist with their investigation.
Lisa Newport, Independent and Green Group councillor, expressed her shock at the attack and encouraged anyone with information to report it to the police. She also mentioned the presence of CCTV near the taxi ranks, which could potentially aid in the investigation.
Acting chief inspector Danny Barnes assured the public that this was an isolated incident with no broader threat to the community. He urged anyone with information or footage of the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation.
Those with information or footage can submit a report through the force’s live chat service or by calling 101, citing incident 95 of December 31.
The victim’s recovery and the investigation into the assault remain ongoing, and the police are committed to resolving the case quickly and urging the community to come forward with any information that may help.