Man arrested after assaulting two police officers attending a domestic related incident

Last night (Monday 31 March 2025), our officers were called to a live domestic-related threat at a property in Lowton, Wigan.

The victim had received threats to both herself and her property, and was in fear that the suspect could arrive any moment, as he’d indicated he was travelling to the address.

Officers attended the location and located a man matching the description outside of the property in his car.

While seeking to arrest a man in his 30s, he became aggressive, lashing out - punching one of the officers - as he continued to resist arrest. One officer received reddening to the eye and the second, received bruising and a cut to the arm.

Back up arrived, and the man was arrested on suspicion of two counts of assault on an emergency worker, criminal damage, child neglect and drugs offences.

Whilst the victim involved in the initial call out didn’t want to proceed with prosecution, the quick response ensured that she could be safeguarded from harm and a swift arrest could take place.

The man remains in custody and investigations are ongoing.

Detective Chief Inspector Sarah Bell from our Wigan district said: "Responding to domestic incidents is an absolute priority for us, these situations can be among the most distressing and potentially dangerous calls we attend, and we take them extremely seriously.

“Our officers are committed to protecting vulnerable victims, providing vital support, and ensuring their safety during what is often the most difficult time in their lives.

“What is also completely unacceptable is the assault on our officers who attended this incident. These officers were simply doing their job - protecting those at risk. They put themselves in harm's way to keep others safe, and violence against them will not be tolerated.

“We will continue in our commitment to supporting victims while taking appropriate action against perpetrators. We want victims to know that we are here for them, we will listen, and we will act to keep them safe."