Appeal for witnesses following assault – Leamington

Warwickshire Police is appealing for witnesses following an assault in Leamington on Thursday 8 October.

At around 4.40pm, a 15-year-old boy was walking on Ford Fields from the cut through by Old Warwick Road when he was approached by two males.

Both males then assaulted the boy, before leaving in the direction of Old Warwick Road.

The victim sustained facial, head and back injuries which required hospital treatment.

The suspects are described as:

•A black or mixed race boy, around 15 or 16 years old. He was wearing a grey face covering and was riding an electric scooter.

•A white, slim boy wearing a black tracksuit. Around 15 or 16 years old. He was riding a bike.

Investigating officers would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the offence. If anyone has any information or recognises the description of the suspects, please call Warwickshire Police on 101 quoting incident number 295 of 8 October 2020.

Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.

Issued: HCB, Corporate Communications