Police investigating a serious assault at a pub in Arnold which left a man with nasty facial injuries have arrested a suspect.
The victim suffered swelling and bruising to his eye after he was punched in the face inside The Eagles Corner pub in Front Street, Arnold.
He was taken to hospital for treatment following the attack which happened on Friday 11 February 2022.
Following extensive enquiries, officers arrested a 39-year-old man on Thursday morning on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
Detective Constable Sacha Carlisle, of Nottinghamshire Police, said: “The victim sustained nasty injuries as a result of this violent incident.
“I hope the positive action we have taken reassures people how seriously the force takes reports of violence and that we will investigate and deal robustly with anyone engaging in such violent behaviour.
“I am pleased we have now made an arrest as we continue to progress with our investigation.
“The pub was busy with customers that night. To help us with our ongoing enquiries we are urging anyone who saw what happened or who has any information which could assist us to please get in contact with the police.”
Anyone with information is asked to call Nottinghamshire Police on 101, quoting incident number 873 of 11 February 2022, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
