Detectives in Basingstoke have arrested a fourth person in connection with a brutal attack attack on a pensioner in Popley on Monday, January 31.
The 16-year-old boy was arrested this afternoon (February 2) on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm (GBH) with intent.
Two 17-year-old boys and a 21-year-old man are also in policy custody.
A 72-year-old man was driving along Teweksbury Close between 6.45pm and 6.55pm in his gold Citroen C4, to collect a takeaway meal.
The man saw three youths walking in the road towards Popley Way and took action to avoid them, driving onto the opposite side of the carriageway.
As he drove alongside the youths he heard a bang to the nearside of his vehicle and stopped to see what had happened. As he undid his seatbelt, one of the group opened the driver’s side door, punched the man to the face and dragged him from his vehicle.
The victim was then punched a further five to six times before he managed to get back into his car and drive away.
His injuries included a broken left arm, deep cuts to the nose, black eyes, and bruising and swelling across his face.
The offside wing mirror to his vehicle was also damaged during the assault.
Detective Constable Drew Wright of Basingstoke CID, said: “This was a disgraceful act of aggression on an elderly man, who was simply going about his business.
“His injuries are horrific and will take some time to heal.
“We have had lots of information from members of the public so far, but would like to re-appeal to anyone who saw this incident or has any information about it, to get in contact.
“We are aware of discussions on social networking sites about this incident and would urge anyone with any information, no matter how insignificant it seems, to contact us.”
Anyone with information about the incident is asked to contact Det Con Drew Wright, at Basingstoke CID, on 101.
Alternatively, you can call the charity Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously.
