A local man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder following a domestic related incident in the Moorish Castle Estate early this morning.

The 22-year-old male was also arrested on suspicion of Grievous Bodily Harm/Wounding with Intent, Assault on Police and Resisting/Obstructing Police.

Response Team Officers were called to the Moorish Castle Estate at around 0040hrs this morning, following reports to the RGP Control Room of a man attacking a woman in the area close to the bridge on Castle Road.

On police arrival, the man was arrested – during which time he assaulted an officer.

The suspect remains in police custody whilst an investigation continues.

Anyone who witnessed the incident is urged to call the Royal Gibraltar Police on 200 72500 or contact us online via www.police.gi/report/seen-heard