WITNESSES are being asked to come forward after a brave woman was assaulted while trying to break up a fight.

The incident took place on Sunday at 2.45am, when a woman attempted to intervene in a fight between two men in Hastings town centre.

Police officers on patrol were approached in Robertson Street to assist a woman lying on the ground with an injured arm.

She was taken to hospital and found to have suffered a fractured wrist.

Police arrested a 22-year-old man on suspicion of wounding with intent, although he was later released under investigation.

Sussex Police are now appealing for any witnesses with information to come forward.

Anyone with information is asked to report it online or call 101 quoting serial 210 of 15/08.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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