A woman has been left with serious injuries following a violent late-night assault in Wolverhampton, with police now launching a public appeal for information.
Details of the Violent Assault
The incident occurred on Merridale Road, an area close to the city centre, on the night of Saturday, October 25. The victim, a woman, was attacked at around 11:50pm.
She sustained what police have described as a serious head and neck injury during the assault. Following urgent medical treatment in hospital, the woman is now continuing her recovery at home.
Police Investigation and Witness Appeal
West Midlands Police have confirmed that their investigation is actively underway. Officers have been reviewing available CCTV and doorbell camera footage from the area in an effort to piece together the events of that night.
Investigators are now keen to hear from anyone who was in the vicinity of Merridale Road around the time of the attack. A force spokesperson stated: "We're now asking if anyone who was walking in the area, or driving through at around 11:50pm can help with our enquiries."
How You Can Help the Enquiry
Police have issued a direct call to the public for assistance. Anyone with information, no matter how insignificant it may seem, is urged to come forward.
You can contact the police by:
- Calling 101 and quoting the reference number 20/425360/25.
- Using the live chat function on the West Midlands Police website at www.west-midlands.police.uk.
All information provided will be treated in strict confidence as detectives work to identify those responsible for this serious attack.
