POLICE are appealing for witnesses following a ‘large-scale disorder’ in west Reading in the early hours of Sunday morning.
A 38-year-old man was seriously injured during the incident, and is currently in hospital receiving treatment.
The force said that the incident involved a group of white men and women in their 20s and 30s, close to the bus stop outside The White Eagle pub on the Oxford Road, between 12.45am and 1.15am on Sunday, April 10.
Police sealed off the area and specialist forensic officers have been seen throughout the day gathering evidence.
Investigating officer Detective Inspector James Humphries said: “This was a significant disorder, which has left a man seriously injured and in need of hospital treatment.
“We are still trying to establish the exact circumstances of what took place, and as such, information from the public is vital at this stage.
“We believe that a large number of people would have witnessed this take place, and I would like to hear from anyone who has any information about the incident at all. Specifically many vehicles were using Oxford Road at that time and any dash-cam footage would be beneficial.
“If you saw the offence take place, or have any other information which you think could be relevant to our investigation, then please get in touch.”
If you can help, please call 101, quoting reference number 43220153964. Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or make a report online.
