Further arrest in Lliswerry assault investigation

Officers have made a third arrest in connection with an investigation into the assault of a schoolboy in Lliswerry.

Yesterday (Wednesday 14 May), Gwent Police was made aware of a video circulating online of an assault on a footbridge over Spytty Road, Newport.

We identified the boy in the video and continue to support him as we investigate.

Last night, our enquiries led to the arrest of a 30 year-old man and 13 year-old boy from Cwmbran.

This evening, we have also arrested an 11 year-old boy from Newport on suspicion of common assault and affray.

ACC Vicki Townsend said:

"The vast majority of the public have been extremely supportive and have provided timely and helpful information to help our investigation to this point.

"We now believe we have identified the majority of those we suspect to have played a part in this incident, and are working at pace to bring these people in for questioning.

"Nevertheless, everyone needs to consider the tone and language they use when posting on social media.

"We would encourage people not to speculate or identify anyone online thought to be involved as this is a live investigation, and such comments can have an impact on our ability to bring anyone found to have committed a criminal offence to justice."