Detectives are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information to come forward following an alleged assault in Dorchester.
At around 10.50am on Sunday 24 March 2024, officers received a report that a woman had been assaulted earlier in the morning at an address in Damers Road.
The victim – aged in her 40s from the Dorchester area – sustained serious injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment by the ambulance service.
A 28-year-old woman and a 51-year-old man, both from Dorchester, have been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
Detective Inspector Rhys Griffiths, of Dorset County CID, said: “From our initial enquiries, we believe the incident happened inside an address and involved individuals who are known to each other.
“An investigation is underway and I am appealing to anyone who saw or heard any suspicious activity in the area during the morning of Sunday 24 March 2024 to please get in touch.
“A cordon has been put in place at the scene and there will be an increased police presence while officers carry out detailed enquiries.”
Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240043942. Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.
