Man seriously hurt in Plymouth attack

Suspect faces GBH charge

A Plymouth man is to appear in court charged with grievous bodily harm with intent following a fracas in the Stoke area of the city in the early hours of Sunday morning that has left a man in a serious condition in hospital with head injuries.

Cowin Fuoco-Fisher, 25, who lives in Stuart Road will face the city's magistrates court on Tuesday.

Another man, whom the police describe only as a 28-year-old man from Plymouth was arrested on suspicion of the same offence and has been e released on bail until Wednesday 16 August.

The maximum penalty for GBH with intent is life, but the sentencing range is from three to 16 years depending on the circumstances.

Emergency services were called just before 1.15 a.m. on Sunday to reports of a man in his forties having been seriously injured.

Detective inspector Esther Gould, who is leading the investigation said: “We are appealing for any witnesses or anyone who has any information to come forward.

“There are likely to have been a number of people in the vicinity and in the bars and restaurants that evening, and we would be keen to hear from any members of the public who may be able to assist us with the investigation.

“I would urge you not to speculate on social media but if you have any information which may assist us, please report it.”

If you witnessed the incident or have any information or dashcam, mobile/video phone or CCTV footage from the area of Stoke Village that could help with enquiries, call police on 101.