Boy arrested after special constable's leg broken
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A special constable suffered a broken leg, Devon and Cornwall Police said
A 16-year-old boy has been arrested in connection with an incident on Plymouth Hoe.
Devon and Cornwall Police were called on Sunday to reports of fireworks being set off in a sensory garden.
A responding officer was treated in hospital after suffering a broken leg and punch to the face, the force said.
A boy from Plymouth was arrested on suspicion of wounding/inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent, it said.
He has since been released on bail until 5 February 2024.
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