ETHAN EDWARDS FROM ST AUSTELL FACES SERIOUS CHARGES AFTER VIOLENT INCIDENT AT WHITE HART

Ethan Edwards, aged 20 and residing on Trevithick Road in St Austell, appeared in Truro Crown Court to face multiple serious charges stemming from an incident that took place on the evening of November 1. Edwards entered a plea of not guilty to the allegations brought against him. The charges include inflicting grievous bodily harm on a woman, assaulting a man, and damaging a police vehicle during the course of the events.

The incident unfolded outside the White Hart pub in St Austell, a well-known local establishment, where witnesses reported hearing loud screams around 8:50 pm. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene after receiving reports of a disturbance on Church Street. Eyewitnesses described the chaos, noting that they could hear the distressing sounds of screaming emanating from the area.

According to eyewitness accounts, a woman was being physically assaulted by a man outside the White Hart. Bystanders and patrons of the pub, upon hearing the commotion, quickly moved to provide assistance, with some attempting to administer first aid to the injured woman. The scene was reportedly chaotic, with the attacker still present when police arrived.

Law enforcement officers managed to arrest a suspect at the scene. Following the arrest, authorities identified the suspect as Ethan Edwards of Trevithick Road, St Austell. The police confirmed that Edwards has been formally charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent, a serious criminal offense, along with charges of common assault and criminal damage, which likely pertains to the damage inflicted on a police vehicle during the incident.

Edwards was remanded in custody following his court appearance, and his case has been scheduled for further proceedings on April 4. The incident has caused concern within the local community, highlighting the need for ongoing vigilance and safety measures in the area. The police continue their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the assault and the events that led to the damage of police property.