Warwickshire Police are urgently seeking witnesses following a violent assault that occurred today, Sunday, May 12, 2024, in the vicinity of the car boot sale on Haunch Lane. The incident took place shortly before 8.45am leaving a 42-year-old man with a serious head injury.
Incident Details
According to reports, the victim was punched to the head during the altercation. Emergency services swiftly responded, and the injured man was transported to a local hospital, where he remains in a serious condition.
Ongoing Investigation
Detective Sergeant Michael Brennen, the lead investigator, described the incident as “nasty” and emphasised the severity of the victim’s injuries. While no arrests have been made at this time, authorities are actively working to identify three men who are believed to have been involved in the assault.
Given the large crowd present at the car boot sale this morning, investigators believe that several individuals may have witnessed the altercation. Detective Sergeant Brennen urged anyone who saw the incident to come forward with information. Your assistance could be crucial in solving this case.
Additionally, investigators are interested in any dash cam footage that captured the suspects leaving the scene. If you were at the car boot sale or have relevant footage, please get in touch with the authorities.
How You Can Help
- Call 101: If you witnessed the incident or have any information, please call the non-emergency police line at 101.
- Online Reporting: You can also report information via our website, quoting incident number 108 of May 12, 2024.
- Anonymous Tips: For those who wish to remain anonymous, the independent charity Crimestoppers accepts tips via their website or by calling 0800 555 111.
