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Teens attacked by gang
10:38am Thursday 21st August 2008
Comments (5)Three teens have been attacked by a gang of seven men in the centre of Devizes.
The assault happened between 11.30pm and midnight on Saturday as the victims, two aged 17 and one 15-year-old, were walking along Maryport Street.
They became involved in an argument with a larger group of men and the older gang turned violent.
The 15-year-old suffered head injuries in the attack, which needed treatment.
It is thought that one of the attackers may have been chased into the Brittox.
Investigating the incident, Detective Constable Ian Magrath said: "This was a nasty assault which left one teenager in need of hospital treatment.
"It occurred on a Saturday night when other people will have been out socialising in Devizes.
"It may be that someone saw the assault or the people involved before or after the incident.
"I would ask anyone who can help to contact me as soon as they can."
Anyone with information should call police on 0845 408 7000.
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formerdriver, Swindon says...
10:20pm Thu 21 Aug 08
Giz wrote:No it wouldnt! they would still get attacked cos the police only ever show up when its over and done with!
that ok Noel Woolrych Camera system will get them or is this just proving the point its just a waste of money.... MORE BEAT POLICE PLEASE... that would have solved it
Giz, Devizes says...
1:13am Fri 22 Aug 08
Giz, Devizes says...
10:22am Fri 22 Aug 08
But watch your backs because cant guarantee that what u say wont get back to you. I prefer to do these thing anonymously because of my job. I am leaving the site now would suggest you do the same . Cris Wiles
P.S if there are any other Crispins in Devizes please get in touch love to hear from you as I have only ever met 1 .
SN10, Devizes says...
11:17am Fri 22 Aug 08
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Giz, Devizes says...
3:16pm Thu 21 Aug 08