Police appeal after bouncer punched in face in Derbyshire pub on New Year’s Day

By Wiktoria Wrzyszcz
Published 24th Jan 2024, 13:49 BST
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Officers investigating an assault in Ripley are now appealing for witnesses and information.

The incident occurred at the White Lion pub at around 1am on January 1, 2024 when a member of door staff was punched in the face by a man.

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident. He has been released on bail as investigations continue.

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Derbyshire Police has now launched an appeal in a bid to trace the man responsible.

The incident occurred at the White Lion pub at around 1am on January 1, 2024 when a member of door staff was punched in the face by a man.The incident occurred at the White Lion pub at around 1am on January 1, 2024 when a member of door staff was punched in the face by a man.
The incident occurred at the White Lion pub at around 1am on January 1, 2024 when a member of door staff was punched in the face by a man.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information, is asked to contact the force using any of the below methods, quoting the reference 24000000402:

Website – police have crime reporting tools on their website: use the online contact form; Facebook – send a private message to the Derbyshire Constabulary Facebook page; Twitter – direct message the contact centre via @DerPolContact or Phone – call on 101

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity CrimeStoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the CrimeStoppers website.