Man arrested after New Year’s Eve fight in Dagenham
A fight took place at Peverel House, Stour Road, Dagenham shortly before the New Year rang in. Picture: Georgina Kirby - Credit: Georgina Kirby
A man has been arrested on suspicion of assault and burglary after a brawl broke out on a housing estate late on New Year’s Eve.
Police were called to Peverel House in Stour Road, Dagenham, just after 11.30pm on Saturday to reports of a fight at a property.
Attending officers found a 26-year-old man suffering head injuries although these were not said to be life-threatening. He was treated by London Ambulance Service.
Another 26-year-old man was taken to hospital suffering from cuts to his hand.
He was later arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm (GBH) and burglary.
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The suspect has been bailed to return on a date in mid-February. Enquiries continue.
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