Staffordshire Police have arrested a 48-year-old man from Tamworth following an alleged assault in the Wilnecote area. The man was detained in the early hours of Saturday, August 22, on suspicion of common assault, possession of a weapon/electrical incapacitation device, and using threatening words or behaviour with intent to cause fear of violence.
Arrest Details and Incident Timeline
Officers took the suspect into custody after an incident reported on Thursday, August 19. The arrest occurred at approximately 09:35 local time, according to a statement released by the force. The man remains in police custody at the time of reporting.
A spokesperson for Staffordshire Police said: "A man has been arrested on suspicion of weapon and assault offences following an incident in Tamworth. A 48-year-old man, of Tamworth, was detained in the early hours of this morning (Saturday 22 August)."
Police Statement and Investigation
The spokesperson added: "He was arrested on suspicion of common assault, possession of a weapon/electrical incapacitation device and using threatening words/behaviour with intent to cause fear of violence. It follows an incident in the Wilnecote area on 20 August."
The force confirmed that the investigation is ongoing, stating: "He remains in police custody at this time. Our investigation into the incident is ongoing."
Appeal for Information
Police are appealing for anyone with information, CCTV, dashcam, or doorbell footage to come forward. Witnesses should contact Staffordshire Police on 101 or use the Live Chat service on their website, quoting incident number 126 of 21 August.
Alternatively, information can be reported anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. The investigation continues as officers work to establish the full circumstances of the incident.
