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10/12/2014
Man In Critical Condition Following Acid Attack
A man is in a critical condition in hospital after acid was thrown in his face in Cornwall.
The attack happened in Carrine Road, Truro, on Tuesday 9 December.
He is currently being treated at Treliske Hospital.
Police are appealing to speak to the driver of a red Peugeot van seen in Carrine Road around the time of the incident.
Detective Inspector Sharon Donald, from Truro CID, said: "We are keen to speak to anyone who saw any unusual people or vehicles in the area yesterday, in particular a red van.
"If you are the driver of the red Peugeot van seen in the area, please get in touch with police so we can eliminate you from our enquiries."
(CD/JP)
The attack happened in Carrine Road, Truro, on Tuesday 9 December.
He is currently being treated at Treliske Hospital.
Police are appealing to speak to the driver of a red Peugeot van seen in Carrine Road around the time of the incident.
Detective Inspector Sharon Donald, from Truro CID, said: "We are keen to speak to anyone who saw any unusual people or vehicles in the area yesterday, in particular a red van.
"If you are the driver of the red Peugeot van seen in the area, please get in touch with police so we can eliminate you from our enquiries."
(CD/JP)
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