Witness appeal after assault in St Albans
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Police are appealing for witnesses and information following an assault in St Albans.
The incident occurred at around 6.40pm on Wednesday 14 June, in Clarence Park.
It is reported that a teenage boy was approached and assaulted by five unknown teenagers. The victim, aged 16, was left with a black eye and scratches to his neck.
PC C-Jay Callaghan, who is investigating, said: “This was a distressing incident, and our enquiries are continuing as we look to establish the full circumstances of what happened.
“Were you in the park at the time and saw what happened? A number of parents tried to intervene and help the victim, and we are appealing for any witnesses to please come forward and speak with us.”
Anyone with information is asked to please email PC Callaghan.
You can also report information online, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/47757/23. Always dial 999 in an emergency.
Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form (opens in new window).