A MAN in his 30s is fighting for his life after a “corrosive substance” was thrown at him in a seaside town.
Police have made five arrests as they investigate an alleged attack in Paignton, Devon, which left a victim in a critical condition with potentially life-changing injuries.
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A man was allegedly assaulted in Victoria Street, PaigntonCredit: Google Maps
Devon and Cornwall Police say they received reports that two men approached the victim at around 1.10am last Thursday in the Victoria Street area and threw a chemical substance at him.
Now five people have been arrested over the alleged attack – as police increase their presence in the area and continue to investigate.
A 46-year-old man from Paignton has been arrested on suspicion of supplying a corrosive liquid with intent to cause grievous bodily harm.
A man and a woman, both aged 44 and from Paignton, were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to cause grievous bodily harm with intent.
A 43-year-old woman from Paignton was arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent.
A 22-year-old man from Paignton was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.
All involved are believed to be known to each other.
All were released on police bail pending further investigation.
Anyone who witnessed the incident and anyone with information is asked to contact the police via our website here or by calling 101 on 50240295242.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling the freephone number 0800 555111.
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Five have now been arrested for the attackCredit: Google Maps
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