A violent attack unfolded at a skatepark near Parton Road in the Churchdown area of Gloucester, where a masked gang armed with batons and a barbecue fork assaulted a man and stole his e-bike, according to police reports.
The incident occurred around 9:40 pm when a group of six or seven young males, all wearing balaclavas, confronted the victim. Witnesses reported that the gang used batons to strike the man, while one individual wielded a large barbecue fork in an attempt to stab him.
Shockingly, while the victim was on the ground, some members of the gang rode their e-bikes over him. One assailant then seized the victim’s e-bike and fled toward Staverton Flying School.
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The victim sustained minor injuries and a concussion, prompting his transfer to Gloucestershire Royal Hospital for assessment.
Gloucestershire Police, aided by the National Police Air Service (NPAS), conducted a search of the area. They located one suspect riding an e-bike consistent with the stolen vehicle. After a pursuit, a 17-year-old from Cheltenham was arrested on Edendale Road on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.
The teenager has since been released on conditional bail pending further investigations. The victim was discharged, and his e-bike was returned.
Police continue to review CCTV footage to identify other gang members involved and have appealed to the public for assistance. Anyone who witnessed the attack or has relevant information is urged to contact Gloucestershire Police and quote occurrence number 53260041643.