A MAN has been arrested following a "serious assault" inside a property on Clare Street, believed to be The Abbey pub.

The victim, a woman in her 20s, was taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries following the assault at the Clare Street property, shortly before 5am on Thursday, September 12.

A man, known to the victim, was arrested nearby before being taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Avon and Somerset Police said in a statement: "A man has been arrested following a serious assault inside a property in Clare Street, Bridgwater shortly before 5am today.

"Officers attended alongside the ambulance service and a woman, aged in her 20s, was taken to hospital where she is being treated for injuries that are not thought to be life-threatening.

"A man also aged in his 20s, who is known to the victim, was arrested nearby and taken to hospital. His injuries are also not believed to be life-threatening."

Neighbourhood Inspector Sarah Knight said: "While this was a serious incident, we do believe it to be an isolated one and that there is no wider risk to the public.

"Officers will be making increased patrols in the area today and will be happy to speak to anyone who has any concerns.

“I’d like to thank members of the public who contacted us and would encourage anyone who has any information to contact us.”

Anyone with information which could help the police investigation is asked to call 101 and quote reference 5224240618.