An investigation is underway after reports of an assault between a woman and a security guard in Harvey Nichols in Bristol city centre last week, Avon and Somerset Police has confirmed.
The incident, which happened at around 3.40pm on Friday (February 10) revolves around an alleged assault and subsequent counter-allegation of assault between an adult woman - confirmed by police has being in her teens - and a male member of security staff in his fifties.
Footage of the incident is reported to be in circulation, prompting officers from Avon and Somerset Police to "ask for patience whilst a thorough investigation is completed". A spokesperson for Harvey Nicols responded to say that they are "aware of the situation which occurred at the Bristol store", adding that they "treat the safety of their staff and customers with the utmost importance".
