A MAN has been arrested following an alleged assault inside a vehicle in Poole.

Police investigating the incident have appealed for witnesses to come forward.

At around 4.05pm on Monday, April 18, a grey Toyota pulled over in Alexandra Road.

It is reported an altercation occurred involving a male driver and female passenger while they were both inside the vehicle.

Officers attended and a 72-year-old local man was arrested on suspicion of assault. He has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

The victim and arrested man are known to each other.

Investigations Officer Dean Smith, of Bournemouth police, said: “Our enquiries are continuing into this incident and I am appealing to anyone who witnessed what happened to please come forward.

“I would ask motorists to please check their dashcam for any relevant footage that may help my investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk/do-it-online, via email 101@dorset.pnn.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55220060886.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.