Police have confirmed they arrested a man in connection with two serious incidents in Swindon – a suspected armed robbery last Monday and an assault in Regent Circus the following day.
The suspect, in his 20s, was arrested on suspicion of assault (ABH), robbery and possession of a firearm.
In the first incident, officers were called to Rivermead Skate Park shortly after 6pm following a report that a man in his 30s had been attacked by a group of three males who stole his electric bike after assaulting him.
The victim, who had a child with him at the time of the assault, required hospital treatment for his injuries.
The following day at about 7pm, a man was assaulted in Regent Circus, Swindon, leaving him with injuries that required hospital treatment.
Police earlier arrested two 14-year-old boys, in connection with both incidents, who have since been released on conditional bail.
Det Insp Rachel Hardy said: “Our officers are carrying out extensive enquiries in relation to these concerning incidents.
“We would like to hear from any potential witnesses who were in the area of the Rivermead Skate Park on Monday evening or in Regent Circus the following day.
“We would also like to hear from anyone who may have CCTV or dashcam footage as this could potentially provide important evidence.
“We would like to thank the local community for their support and reassure them that there is not thought to be any ongoing threat.”
If you have any information about the incident, please contact police on 101 quoting log 253 of August 29 or log 273 of August 30.
