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A man in his 70s was flown to Southampton General Hospital with serious injuries to his head and face. Following fast-time enquiries at the scene, a 19-year-old man from Weymouth was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth major incident (Image: NQ) A cordon was put in place along Abbotsbury Road and Newstead Road to allow for a thorough examination of the area to be carried out.
There has been an increased police presence in the area while enquiries continue and anyone with information or concerns should speak with an officer. Father Gregory Lipovsky, Vicar of St. Pauls Church on Abbotsbury Road: “The church is open today and every day to go in and for anyone who wants to go in and say a prayer and light a candle.
“We always pray for people in the community in the good times and the bad and we will be praying for the person involved.” Many residents expressed their ‘shock’ and ‘worry’ for the man, sharing their well wishes. One person said: “I saw something serious was going on.
It’s just shocking. I hope the man makes a recovery.” Another added: “Oh my god that’s shocking.
I hope he’s going to be okay.” A nearby resident said: “I tried to drive through last night, but the road was closed and has been ever since. There were lots of blue lights.
I really hope the person involves is okay.” Abbotsbury Road, Weymouth major incident (Image: NQ) Residents described seeing around seven police cars, multiple ambulances, an air ambulance and forensics officers in the area of Abbotsbury Road. Dorset and Weymouth Town councillors Alex Fuhrmann and Ryan Hope of the Westham Ward said: “Our thoughts go out to the family and the person involved.
We are supporting the police investigation and would encourage anyone with information to contact the police.” Stay up to date with the latest HERE. Due to the road closure remaining in place overnight and into the following day motorists were advised to avoid the area and seek an alternative route.
Buses were also diverted an there were numerous reports of Boot Hill being ‘gridlocked.’.
