Police arrested a 26-year-old man in connection with the assault of three people in Louth at the weekend.

According to reports, three people were assaulted by a man following a row on Queen Street, outside of The Wick.

The attack happened at around 11:20pm on Saturday, September 4.

Victims are said to have suffered minor injuries.

The man arrested in connection with the incident has been released pending further investigations.

Anyone who witnessed the attack, was in the area at the time or managed to capture dashcam footage, should get in touch with Lincolnshire Police:

  • By calling 101 quoting incident 480 of September 4
  • Email [email protected] quoting incident 480 of 4th September in the subject line
  • If you wish to remain anonymous, you can report via the independent charity, CrimeStoppers on 0800 555 111 or online.
  • If you’ve been the victim of crime, support is available whether you have reported the crime to the police or not. Victim Lincs provide free, confidential advice and guidance, as well as access to specialist emotional support services. Visit victimlincs.co.uk or call 01522 947510 Monday – Friday 8am – 4pm

Update: Melanie has been found safe and well, police said on Thursday afternoon.


Lincolnshire Police are searching for a missing 38-year-old woman from the Horncastle area.

Melanie, whose surname has not been provided, is described as a white female, 5ft 1ins tall with a slim build and short brown hair.

She has small tattoos on both arms as well as her shoulder blade.

Police added that she was last seen wearing blue ripped skinny jeans, a short sleeve top in cream, a thin blue jacket, pink Armani sliders and a JD sports carrier bag.

If you have seen Melanie please call 101 quoting incident 465 of September 1.

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