A WOMAN has been injured following an assault at a Hampshire theme park.

The 44-year-old woman from Nottingham was assaulted at Paultons Park, in Ower, near Romsey, between 2pm and 2.45pm on Thursday, August 29.

The incident took place near the Water Kingdom area within the park.

The woman sustained a cut and bruising as a result of the incident.

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Police are investigating the assault, and are appealing to the public for information.

A police spokesperson said: "Were you at Paultons Park on Thursday? Did you see what happened or do you have any other information which could help our investigation?

"A 45-year-old man from Nottingham has been arrested on suspicion of common assault and threats to kill. He has been released on police bail until 29 November.

"Anyone with information should contact us online or on 101, quoting incident number 44240370955."

James Mancey, deputy managing director at Paultons Park, said: “On the afternoon of Thursday, August 29, our security team responded to and assisted the police in dealing with an isolated incident.

“We continue to support the police in their enquiries.”