Yeovil suspected road rage incident leaves man in hospital

Lysander Road, Yeovil. <i>(Image: Google Maps)</i>
Lysander Road, Yeovil. (Image: Google Maps)
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POLICE are investigating a suspected road rage incident after a driver punched another man's window, causing the victim to need hospital treatment.

The incident happened at around 10.15am on Monday, June 15, on Lysander Road in Yeovil, Avon and Somerset Police confirmed.

Police said during the incident an unknown man driving a black Audi RS3 stopped in the middle of the road, got out of the car, and walked over to the driver’s side of a Ford KA, which was driving behind him.

Police said the man proceeded to shout at the victim and punch his window, causing it to shatter and injuring the driver.

Police said the victim, a man in his thirties, required hospital treatment for cuts to his arm and face.

Police confirmed he has since been released to recover at home.

The suspect is described as white, in his mid-forties, of muscular build, and with tattoos, according to the police.

A spokesperson for the police said: "If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5226164367, or complete our online appeals form."

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