Man given conditional caution following reports of alleged assault on board Boston bus
Police investigating reports that an assault took place on board a bus on the outskirts of Boston have issued a conditional caution to an arrested man.
The incident reportedly happened in the area of The Chain Bridge pub, in Wyberton Fen, on the morning of Tuesday, November 10.
Yesterday, Lincolnshire Police said a 22-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of non-fatal strangulation and common assault as a result of the reports.
Today, the force has said the man has been issued with a conditional caution and released from custody.
A conditional caution, it explains, is an out-of-court disposal that requires an offender to comply with specified conditions. If those conditions are breached, they may face prosecution for the original offence.
Det Con Pat Busby, who led this investigation, said: “We understand that some people may be disappointed or frustrated by this outcome.
“However, any action we take must be based on the evidence available and be both lawful and proportionate.
“Following a full investigation of the circumstances, it was determined that a conditional caution was the most appropriate disposal in this case.
“This outcome holds the individual accountable for their actions while imposing conditions they are required to comply with. As with all investigations, decisions are made on the facts and evidence available at the time.”