Teen arrested after alleged attack left man in 60s with "serious" head injury

Monday 06 March 2023

A 17-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of causing a man in his 60s a serious head injury following a fight in the street.

Police said the reported physical fight took place around 17:00 Albert Street in St. Helier yesterday (Sunday 5 March).

Appealing for information, officers said: "At approximately 17:00 two men were involved in a physical argument close to the junction with Clearview Street, during which a 62-year-old man sustained a serious head injury and is currently in hospital undergoing treatment."

A 17-year-old boy was later arrested on suspicion of committing a grave and criminal assault. Police said he remains in police custody.

Anyone who saw what happened is urged to contact Police by calling 612612 or making an anonymous report via the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their online form.