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Wales Online
15-05-2025
- Wales Online
Boy, 11, arrested in connection with 'schoolboy attack' video
Boy, 11, arrested in connection with 'schoolboy attack' video The child is the third person who has been arrested in connection with an incident in Lliswerry, Newport Lliswerry High School (Image: Google ) An 11-year-old boy has been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into an alleged attack on a schoolboy as he walked home on Wednesday evening. The child is the third person to be detained in connection with the incident. Officers from Gwent Police launched an urgent investigation into the incident underneath a footbridge on Spytty Road, in Lliswerry after a video circulated across social media platforms. Get daily breaking news updates on your phone by joining our WhatsApp community here . We occasionally treat members to special offers, promotions and ads from us and our partners. See our Privacy Notice On Thursday morning a 30-year-old man and a 13-year-old boy, both from Cwmbran, were arrested. The man was arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm, while the boy was arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm. Tonight an 11 year-old boy from Newport has also been arrested on suspicion of common assault and affray. Never miss a Newport story by subscribing to our newsletter here The alleged victim is a pupil at Lliswerry High School, and Newport Council and Gwent Police say they are continuing to support him, alongside staff at the school, as the criminal investigation continues. A spokesperson for Gwent Police said: "Officers have made a third arrest in connection with an investigation into the assault of a schoolboy in Lliswerry. Article continues below "Yesterday (Wednesday 14 May), Gwent Police was made aware of a video circulating online of an assault on a footbridge over Spytty Road, Newport. "We identified the boy in the video and continue to support him as we investigate. "Last night, our enquiries led to the arrest of 30 year-old man and 13-year-old boy from Cwmbran. "This evening, we have also arrested an 11 year-old boy from Newport on suspicion of common assault and affray. Assistant Chief Constable Vicki Townsend said: "The vast majority of the public have been extremely supportive and have provided timely and helpful information to help our investigation to this point. "We now believe we have identified the majority of those we suspect to have played a part in this incident, and are working at pace to bring these people in for questioning. Article continues below "Nevertheless, everyone needs to consider the tone and language they use when posting on social media. "We would encourage people not to speculate or identify anyone online thought to be involved as this is a live investigation, and such comments can have an impact on our ability to bring anyone found to have committed a criminal offence to justice."
Wales Online
15-05-2025
- Wales Online
Man and boy, 13, arrested following Welsh 'schoolboy attack' video
Man and boy, 13, arrested following Welsh 'schoolboy attack' video Both the man and the boy remain in police custody Two pupils from Lliswerry High School were allegedly assaulted on Wednesday A man has been arrested alongside a 13-year-old boy, following an alleged attack on a pupil walking home from school on Tuesday afternoon. The 30-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of affray and assault occasioning actual bodily harm, while the boy was arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm and both remain in custody at this time. A video of an assault was circulating on Facebook, leading police to launch an urgent investigation. Never miss a Newport story by subscribing to our newsletter here The assault is believed to have happened at around 3.10pm on a footbridge over Spytty Road in Lliswerry. The council has confirmed that the alleged victim has returned to school on Thursday morning and is being supported by staff. A spokesperson for Newport City Council said: "The council is aware of an assault that took place near to Lliswerry High School yesterday. This was reported to the police and their investigations are ongoing. "The victim is in school today and their wellbeing is being supported and monitored by the school. Article continues below "The council has been in close contact with the school and will continue to provide our full support to them as we deal with this incident." While officers were making enquiries about this assault, they were made aware of another incident that happened earlier that day, which reportedly involved a different child being assaulted. Police have confirmed that they understand the worry this news can cause within the community, and assure local residents they are dealing with the matters promptly. A spokesperson for Gwent Police said: "On the evening of Wednesday 14 May, Gwent Police was made aware of a video circulating on social media appearing to show a school pupil being assaulted. "Officers have arrested two people - a man aged 30 and a 13-year-old boy - from Cwmbran in connection with the investigation. "The man was arrested on suspicion of affray and assault occasioning actual bodily harm, while the boy was arrested on suspicion of assault occasioning actual bodily harm; both remain in custody at this time. Assistant Chief Constable Vicki Townsend said: "We have identified the young person in the video, and officers continue to support him as our enquiries continue. "We now believe the incident took place between 3.10pm - 3.20pm, on a footbridge over Spytty Road, Lliswerry. "Last night, officers arrested two people in connection with the investigation. "We're also continuing to liaise with staff at nearby Lliswerry High School in connection with enquiries regarding a separate assault that reportedly took place earlier in the day. "I would like to thank the community for the information they've given us up to now. "We understand the concern that incidents of this nature can cause, and that residents will want to express these concerns. "But we must also stress that everyone needs to consider the tone and language they use when posting on social media. "We would encourage people not to speculate or identify anyone thought to be involved as this is now a live investigation, and such comments can have an impact on our ability to bring anyone found to have committed a criminal offence to justice." "You can let us know any information you have around the incident by calling 101 or by direct messaging us on social media, quoting log 2500152173. Article continues below "Alternatively, you can stay anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online."
BBC News
15-05-2025
- BBC News
Two arrests over video of Newport schoolboy attack
Two arrests have been made after a video was uploaded to social media showing a schoolboy being assaulted in Police said it was made aware of the video on Wednesday evening, which showed a Lliswerry High School pupil being assaulted by a group of children as he was held by a Chief Constable Vicki Townsend said those arrested were in custody and the person identified in the video was receiving support. The school said it was aware of the "serious incident" and it would ensure a full investigation was carried out in cooperation with the police and Newport council. Gwent Police also confirmed officers were aware of a separate allegation of assault involving a different child from earlier in the day and that investigation was also added: "We understand the worry and concern that incidents of this nature can cause, and would like to thank the community for the information they've given us up to now."
North Wales Live
15-05-2025
- North Wales Live
Police make two arrests and investigate second incident after alleged 'schoolboy attack' video
Two arrests have been made in connection with allegations of an assault of a school pupil. The arrests were prompted by a Facebook video, posted on Wednesday, apparently depicting the attack of a Lliswerry High School student, in Newport. The footage appears to show a pupil from the school being held by a man and allegedly attacked by a group of children. Officers from Gwent Police said the force is also aware of a separate incident which occured earlier that day, which reportedly involving a different child being atacked. Investigations are ongoing into both incidents and anyone with information is urged to contact the police, reports WalesOnline. Assistant Chief Constable Vicki Townsend said: "We have now identified the young person in the video being circulated online, and officers continue to support him as our enquiries continue. "We have made two arrests in connection with the incident, and both remain in police custody at this time. "We are also aware of a separate incident from earlier in the day, where a different child was reportedly assaulted. "I'd like to reassure our local residents that we have a team working on this case also, and enquiries are ongoing at this time. "We understand the worry and concern that incidents of this nature can cause, and would like to thank the community for the information they've given us up to now. "No matter how small, any piece of information can prove vital in informing our investigation. "With that said, I'd also like to urge people to not speculate on social media but to contact us immediately if they have any details they think could help our investigation." You can let Gwent Police know by calling 101 or by direct messaging them on social media, quoting log 444 of 14/05. Alternatively, you can stay anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online. A statement from Lliswerry High School on Wednesday reads: "We are aware of a serious incident that took place after school today involving some of our learners. "Rest assured that it has been reported to the police and we will ensure a full investigation is carried out in cooperation with the police and the local authority."
Wales Online
15-05-2025
- Wales Online
Police update on video of alleged 'schoolboy attack' - and investigate second incident
Police update on video of alleged 'schoolboy attack' - and investigate second incident Police said a second incident reportedly involving another child being assaulted is also being investigated It's believed the pupil involved attend Lliswerry High School in Newport (Image: Google ) Police have made two arrests in connection with an alleged assault in Lliswerry, Newport. It follows a video shared on Facebook on Wednesday which appears to show a school pupil being assaulted. The footage appears to show a pupil from Lliswerry High School being held by a man and allegedly attacked by a group of children. Officers from Gwent Police said the force is aware of a separate incident that happened earlier that day, which reportedly involves a different child being assaulted. Both incidents continue to be investigated and anyone with information is urged to contact the police. Assistant Chief Constable Vicki Townsend said: "We have now identified the young person in the video being circulated online, and officers continue to support him as our enquiries continue. "We have made two arrests in connection with the incident, and both remain in police custody at this time. "We are also aware of a separate incident from earlier in the day, where a different child was reportedly assaulted. "I'd like to reassure our local residents that we have a team working on this case also, and enquiries are ongoing at this time. Article continues below "We understand the worry and concern that incidents of this nature can cause, and would like to thank the community for the information they've given us up to now. "No matter how small, any piece of information can prove vital in informing our investigation. "With that said, I'd also like to urge people to not speculate on social media but to contact us immediately if they have any details they think could help our investigation." Article continues below You can let Gwent Police know by calling 101 or by direct messaging them on social media, quoting log 444 of 14/05. Never miss a Newport story by subscribing to our newsletter here Alternatively, you can stay anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
