Detectives are continuing to investigate a report of a serious assault in Weymouth that has left a man in his 60s in a 'serious but stable condition'.

The alleged assault took place on Lennox Street at an address in Weymouth and officers are now appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward.

Detective Inspector Dave Horn, of Dorset County CID, said: “We are continuing to investigate this incident and, from our enquiries so far, we believe it occurred within an address and involved individuals who are known to each other.

"There is nothing to indicate any wider risk to the public.

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“To assist our ongoing enquiries, I would appeal to anyone who witnessed or heard any suspicious activity in the area of Lennox Street between around 12am to 1.30am on Sunday, February 11 2024 to please contact us.

“A police cordon has been set up at the scene and is likely to be in place for several days as we continue to investigate this matter.

"There will be an increased police presence in the area and officers can be approached by anyone with information or concerns.”

Dorset Police originally received a report at 11.09am on Sunday, from the ambulance service of a man requiring medical treatment at an address in Lennox Street.

The man was subsequently taken to hospital by air ambulance for treatment on a serious head injury and Dorset Police has confirmed the man remains in a 'serious but stable condition'.

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Following enquiries, a man aged in his 40s from Weymouth was arrested on suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent. He remains in police custody.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240021761.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.