Crime, Poole | Posted on August 8th, 2025 | return to news

Upton man jailed following serious assault

The incident took place at Upton Social Club on Saturday 12 October 2024, when Steven Wenzel seriously injured a man.

An Upton man has been imprisoned for 18 months for a serious assault at the local social club in Poole Road.

Dorset Police received a report at 4.24pm on Saturday 12 October 2024 that a man in his 50s had been punched in the face by a man at the Upton Social Club.

Officers attended alongside the ambulance service, and the victim was taken to hospital with serious injuries, including multiple skull fractures and blood clots on the blain.

Following quick-time enquiries, Steven Wenzel, 37, was arrested and subsequently charged in connection with the incident.

The defendant was convicted for inflicting grievous bodily harm without intent.

Wenzel was sentenced at Bournemouth Crown Court on Friday 1 August.

Detective Constable Fiona Napier, of Dorset Police, said: “This was a nasty assault committed by Steven Wenzel, who then fled the scene in efforts to evade our officers.

“We responded swiftly to attend the scene and launched a full investigation into the circumstances. I am pleased that we were able to apprehend Wenzel and ensure he faced justice for his actions.

“There is no excuse for Wenzel’s violent actions which left the victim with significant brain injuries and the courts have reflected the severity of this offence with a prison sentence. I would like to thank the victim and his family for their support throughout the investigation.”