Teens arrested after "large fight" in early-hours that left two injured

Monday 11 September 2023

Two 18-year-olds have been arrested following what police described as a "large fight" in town over the weekend.

Officers said the reported fight took place in the Queen Street and Snow Hill area at around 02:30 on Sunday.

They said that "a number of men" in their late teens and early-20s were involved in the incident, describing it as "a large fight".

"The incident resulted in two young men requiring medical attention," they said.

"A further two 18-year-olds have been arrested on suspicion of assault offences. They remain in police custody at this time."

Officers are now appealing for more information about what happened. Anyone who saw the fight or who knows more about it is asked to contact police on 612612 or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form.