A MAN is being treated in hospital for facial injuries after being assaulted in an Andover nightclub.
A 35-year-old man was attacked in the men’s toilets of Plush Lounge Bar in London Street, in the early hours of this morning.
Police are appealing for witnesses who saw the incident, which occurred at approximately 1.30am.
Detective constable Mike Higgins, from Basingstoke CID, said: “We are appealing for any witnesses to come forward after it was reported that a man was assaulted between 1.30am and 1.40am this morning.
“The incident took place in the foyer area between the toilets and the main part of the nightclub on the first floor.
“We believe a number of people would have been in this area at this time, so if you saw anything please contact us, as the information you provide may be significant to our enquiries.”
A 21-year-old man from Andover has been arrested in connection with the incident and remains in custody at this time.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Basingstoke CID on 101, quoting 44170241649, or call the charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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