Man attacked in Cotswolds chippy

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Monday, February 08, 2010
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A MAN ended up in a river after being attacked in the Cotswolds.

The 42-year-old claims he was assaulted in a fish and chip in Bourton High Street, Bourton-on-the-Water.

Then, as he left the shop, he says he was pushed into the river and hit again, suffering a cut to his lip.

Police were called to the scene at 7.45pm on Saturday.

Officers also received reports two men had been causing a disturbance on the Green.

Two men, a 19-year-old and a 21-year-old were arrested on suspicion of affray and the 21-year-old was also arrested on suspicion of assault of a police officer and criminal damage.

Both have been bailed to return to the police station on March 8.

Investigating officers are appealing to anyone who was in Bourton town centre between 7.30pm and 9.30pm who may have information.

Call police on 0845 090 1234 quoting incident number 404 of February 6, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111

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    by ANON, Moreton in Marsh

    Wednesday, February 10 2010, 1:06PM

    “One of the guys facebook profile says "About Me: likes sex, drugs, drink and music" Oh no, certainly not druggies....?”

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    by anon, bourton

    Tuesday, February 09 2010, 5:55PM

    “We are always to quick to point the finger! These lads are no drug users!! Like i said know the facts before you accuse! I dont know where you all get of judging people on something you read that isnt even the full story.”

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    by Resident, Bourton

    Tuesday, February 09 2010, 3:38PM

    “Margaret.
    Why would I want to publicise my name? I'd like to be able to buy Fish & Chips from my local chippy without fear of being assaulted and thrown in the river!”

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    by Tara, Gloucester

    Tuesday, February 09 2010, 3:13PM

    “@ margaret lynes

    If they aren't drug users what was their excuse?”

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    by margaret lynes, bourton on the water

    Tuesday, February 09 2010, 2:18PM

    “are people who leave these comments to frightened to put their names?”

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