Information sought following assault in Hemel Hempstead

Detectives investigating an assault in Hemel Hempstead are appealing for witnesses and information as part of ongoing enquiries.

The incident occurred in Market Square, sometime between 12.15am and 12.30am on Sunday 27 October.

It was reported that an altercation had occurred between a group of people, during which a woman was assaulted by a man, sustaining facial injuries which required stitches.

The man is described as white, aged approximately in his mid-twenties, around 5ft 8in tall, of slim build, with short dark brown hair. He was wearing a blue, long sleeved collared top, with full length bottoms which were dark in colour.

Detective Constable Charlie Eke from the Dacorum Local Crime Unit said: “Our enquiries are continuing at this time, including a review of CCTV.

“As part of the investigation, we’d also be keen to hear from anyone with information which could assist us in identifying this man and establishing what happened.

“It was reported that the man involved was part of a larger group of males who had been ejected from Copper Bar a short time before the assault occurred.

“If you can help, please get in touch. Thank you.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact DC Eke by email.

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 41/90410/24.

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form.