A man in his 40s has been arrested following an incident in Rockwell Green, Wellington, where a car window was smashed during an altercation. The event, which took place on the afternoon of Sunday, February 16, prompted a significant police response, including the use of a helicopter and a drone. Police are now appealing to the public for information as investigations continue.
The Incident: What Happened?
Police were called to The Well, Rockwell Green at approximately 1:20 p.m. on Sunday after receiving reports of an altercation. During the disturbance, the windscreen of a parked car was smashed. Witnesses reported seeing a police helicopter and drone circling above Wellington Rugby Club around 2:30 p.m., as officers worked to locate the suspect.
Police Response and Arrest
The National Police Air Service (NPAS) assisted officers on the ground in quickly tracking down a man believed to be connected to the incident. Police confirmed the man, who is in his 40s, was arrested nearby on suspicion of:
- Criminal damage – for smashing the car window.
- Affray – relating to the altercation.
The suspect has since been released on conditional bail as investigations continue.
Community Reactions
Residents of Rockwell Green were surprised by the scale of the police response, with many hearing the helicopter circling overhead for an extended period. The incident caused a brief disruption in the otherwise quiet neighbourhood.
Local resident Emma Collins said:
“We saw the helicopter overhead and then police cars racing down the street. It was quite unsettling to see so much police activity here.”
Police Appeal for Information
Avon and Somerset Police have urged anyone with information to come forward.
A police spokesperson said:
“A man was arrested yesterday afternoon (Sunday 16 February) after a car windscreen was smashed in Rockwell Green. We were called at 1.20pm to The Well to reports of an altercation in which the vehicle was damaged. Officers, assisted by the National Police Air Service, arrested a man, aged in his 40s, nearby on suspicion of criminal damage and affray. He has since been released on conditional bail while enquiries are ongoing.”
If you have information that may assist with the investigation, please call 101 and provide the reference number 5225041511.
What is Affray?
Affray is a public order offence involving the use or threat of violence that causes others to fear for their safety. It can occur in both public and private settings and is considered a serious criminal offence under UK law.
The police response to this incident highlights the importance of community cooperation in maintaining public safety. While the suspect has been apprehended, investigations are ongoing, and officers continue to seek information from witnesses. Residents of Wellington are reminded to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity.
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