Woman arrested after man injured in Carshalton altercation
A 51-year-old woman is in custody following an incident on Lovett Drive on Friday, October 9.
Incident β evidence β outcomeA man in his 50s was taken to hospital with a head injury following an altercation in Carshalton on Friday, October 9. The Metropolitan Police were alerted to the incident on Lovett Drive at approximately 8:30 am.
Officers and the London Ambulance Service attended the scene and found the man suffering from a head injury. He was transported to hospital, where his injuries were assessed as not being life-threatening or life-changing. The Met Police confirmed that enquiries into the incident are ongoing.
A 51-year-old woman was arrested at the scene on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent. She was taken to a police station and remains in custody at this time.
Questions this report answers
01What happened on Lovett Drive, Carshalton?
An altercation occurred on Lovett Drive, Carshalton, on Friday, October 9. A man in his 50s sustained a head injury and was taken to hospital. His injuries were not life-threatening or life-changing.
02Has anyone been arrested?
Yes, a 51-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent. She remains in police custody while enquiries continue.
03When did the police get involved?
The Metropolitan Police were called to reports of the altercation at approximately 8:30 am on Friday, October 9. Officers and ambulance services attended the scene shortly after.
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