Police issue photo in Tedworth Hunt assault case
Wiltshire police have issued a photograph of a man they want to interview following the serious assault as a meet of the Tedworth Hunt was ending at about 4.00 pm on January 24 in Everleigh.
The main victim was the 39 year-old joint master of the hunt, Mike Lane. During the assault he was kicked several times in the head. He lost consciousness, suffered a facial injury and needed hospital treatment.
Another man was assaulted with a flail like bar on the end of a rope.
Fortunately no one sustained any serious injury during this assault. It is assumed that the attack was made by a hunt saboteur - a group of protesters had been following riders and hounds during their drag hunt.
Detectives working on the case want to speak to the hooded man in the photo. And officers are keen to hear too from anyone who has information regarding this incident.
Anyone who recognises the man in the photo or who has any relevant information should contact PC Randle of the Rural Crime Team on 101. Alternatively call Crimestoppers 0800 555 111 where details may be left anonymously.