Barrow Man Charged After Woman Allegedly Assaulted Twice
Cumbria Police are investigating two alleged assaults on a woman in Barrow.
The incidents reportedly took place within a short period on the night of Thursday, July 23, and the early hours of Friday, July 24, 2026.
A 30-year-old Barrow man has since been charged with two counts of assault by beating.
What Happened?
The first alleged assault was reported at around 11.45pm on Crellin Street in Barrow on July 23.
A second alleged assault took place shortly after midnight on Bath Street.
Police have not released further details about the circumstances surrounding the incidents or confirmed whether the woman suffered any injuries.
Suspect Charged with Two Offences
Ciaran Light, aged 30, of Dundonald Street in Barrow, has been charged with two counts of assault by beating.
Assault by beating is a criminal charge that can cover the unlawful use of force against another person. The charge does not necessarily mean that serious injury was caused.
Light appeared before Barrow Magistrates’ Court on July 25.
He denied both charges against him.
Case Expected to Go to Trial
Following his not guilty pleas, the case is expected to proceed to trial.
The charges remain allegations and have not been proven in court.
Key details include:
- Defendant: Ciaran Light, 30
- Address: Dundonald Street, Barrow
- Charges: Two counts of assault by beating
- First alleged incident: Crellin Street at around 11.45pm on July 23
- Second alleged incident: Bath Street shortly after midnight
- Court appearance: Barrow Magistrates’ Court on July 25
- Pleas: Not guilty to both charges
Further details may be released as the case progresses through the courts.
Police Appeal for Information
Cumbria Police is asking anyone who witnessed the incidents or has information that may help the investigation to come forward.
Information can be submitted through the police online reporting service or by calling 101 and quoting incident number 1 of July 24, 2026.
As the charges remain before the court, the allegations have not been proven and the defendant is entitled to a fair trial.
