Man assaulted with a weapon described as a machete during GBH incident in High Wycombe

An appeal for witnesses has been launched by Thames Valley Police following a GBH incident in High Wycombe.

On Monday 29th November 2021, between 10.15pm and 10.45pm, an altercation took place between two men on Benjamin Road.

One of the men, aged in his forties, went to his black Ford Galaxy car to leave the scene however he was followed by another man who assaulted him with a weapon described as a machete.

The man in his forties sustained deep lacerations to his hand and forearm for which he required treatment in hospital.

Investigating officer, Detective Constable Richard Tulloch, based at High Wycombe police station, said: ‘We are appealing for anyone who witnessed this incident to please come forward.

Anyone with information can call 101 or make a report online, quoting reference 43210540449.

Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or via their website.‘

Police have charged a man in connection with this investigation.

*Source of article : Thames Valley Police ‘latest news’.