Police are continuing to investigate incidents in Maughold that have left a man receiving treatment in the UK for serious injuries.
On Sunday Police, supported by the Coastguard and Search and Rescue Dogs, conducted extensive searches in Maughold for a man reported missing from home.
The search continued into Monday with further activity taking place at various locations across the island.
Superintendent John Phillips said: “Based on the information available, the case was treated as a high-risk missing person enquiry, with the man’s welfare being the primary concern.”
Assault
The situation escalated on Monday afternoon.
Superintendent Phillips said that shortly before 4pm, Police “received reports of a serious assault at Cornaa Beach, Maughold”.
He added: “Armed officers with advanced first aid training were quickly deployed to the scene and provided medical assistance to a local man who had sustained serious injuries. He is currently receiving hospital treatment in the UK.
“Around the same time, a second incident occurred nearby, involving another local man who was assaulted and had his vehicle stolen.
“Officers responding to this incident swiftly arrested a man from Douglas, who remains in Police custody.”
Maughold
As a result of these incidents, there will be a significant Police presence in the Maughold area today as officers carry out scene enquiries and seek to identify further witnesses.
Superintendent Phillips said: “Police are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding these events and urge anyone with information to contact the Isle of Man Constabulary on 631212.
“Alternatively, information can be shared anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”