Police appeal for witnesses after Barnstaple assault

Police are appealing for witnesses and information following an assault outside Barnstaple Railway Station on Friday, 29 November. 

The incident occurred around 6.30pm, when a man was in his car with his children outside the station.

According to reports, the victim was waiting in his car when a man walked in front of him and then threw the contents of his drink onto the vehicle. 

This led to the victim getting out of the car, where a verbal disagreement escalated, and the victim was punched by the man.

A second man then threw a glass bottle into the passenger side of the car, striking the victim's son. 

The station was particularly busy at the time due to the arrival of the 17:19 train from Exeter.

Investigating officers are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has relevant dash-cam footage. 

They are urging anyone with information to contact police on 101 or via their website, quoting reference number 50240302124.