West Mercia Police have launched a manhunt following a violent assault on two women at a pub in Tenbury Wells, Worcestershire. The incident occurred at The Vaults on Teme Street, where the victims were targeted by an unknown male attacker.
Details of the Assault
According to police reports, the two women entered the pub on Saturday, February 28, just before 10 p.m. and ordered drinks. A man then raised his voice at them, escalating the situation rapidly.
The attacker proceeded to shoulder-barge one of the women, before grabbing the other by her hair and forcibly dragging her outside the establishment. This aggressive act resulted in a chunk of her hair being ripped out, causing significant distress and injury.
Police Appeal for Information
In an official statement, West Mercia Police emphasized that the victims did not know the assailant and have no clear motive for the attack. Officers are urgently seeking witnesses to aid their investigation.
PC Thomas Powell-Bevan is leading the inquiry and can be contacted via email at thomas.powell-bevan@westmercia.police.uk. For those preferring anonymity, the independent charity Crimestoppers offers a completely confidential service.
- Call Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111
- Provide information online without revealing identity
- No tracing of calls or IP addresses is possible
No arrests have been made as of yet, and police inquiries are actively ongoing. The community is urged to come forward with any details that could assist in identifying the perpetrator.
