A man was taken to hospital with a facial injury following an altercation between two men on a bus in Gloucester.
The incident occurred on Station Road at approximately 12:10pm on Monday, August 3. Gloucestershire Police were called to the scene to respond to the dispute.
One of the men sustained a cut to his face and subsequently sought treatment at Gloucestershire Royal Hospital. Police have stated that the injury is not believed to have been inflicted by a knife.
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Witnesses at the scene reported a significant emergency service presence in the area during the investigation.
Authorities arrested a 47-year-old man from Cheltenham on suspicion of racially aggravated assault, and a 30-year-old man, also from Cheltenham, on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent. Both individuals have since been released on bail pending further enquiries.
A spokesperson for Gloucestershire Police encouraged anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward, quoting reference number 53260066925 on the police website.
“Anyone with information is asked to contact Gloucestershire Police through the website, quoting reference number 53260066925.”
Enquiries into the incident remain ongoing as police continue their investigation.