Officers investigating Andover assault appeal for witnesses

Officers investigating an assault in Andover are appealing for witnesses.

The incident happened at around 3.30am on Saturday 17 June in the George Yard Car Park.

It was reported that a woman in her 20s was in the car park when she was assaulted by a man known to her.

He then got into her vehicle and refused to leave.

A 31-year-old man from Tidworth was arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, stalking, and controlling and coercive behaviour. He has been released from custody on police bail.

During the incident, it is believed the suspect made threats towards members of the public and we would be keen to speak with those people.

We would also like to speak with anyone else who witnessed the incident.

If you have any information that may assist our investigation, please call 101 with reference 44230240232. Or you can submit information online via: How to tell us about an existing case or report | Hampshire and Isle of Wight Constabulary

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.