Police in Oulu are investigating an assault that occurred early Thursday morning. Officers received reports of a fight around 4:30 AM. A man had been struck in the head during the altercation.
The victim fell after being hit and landed in the Plaanaoja river. A police patrol located the man in the water. They pulled him to shore and began resuscitation efforts.
Authorities later located a suspect in central Oulu. The man, born in 1975, was arrested on suspicion of assault. Police say the men had been spending the evening at the same restaurant before the incident.
Officers are requesting witnesses to come forward with information. Tips can be submitted via email at vihjeet.oulu@poliisi.fi, by phone at 0295 416 194, or through WhatsApp at 050 305 0132.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns about alcohol-related violence in Finnish nightlife. The quick response by police likely prevented a more serious outcome.