Appeal after elderly man assaulted in Durrington

Monday, 3 April 2023 01:00

Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses or footage following an assault in Durrington on Saturday evening (01/04).

In a statement about the assault, police said: "At around 9.20 pm, in Larkhill Road, a man in his 70s was assaulted from behind by what is believed to be three young men in their late teens or early 20s.

"The victim was punched to the floor and was taken to hospital as a precaution with suspected concussion.

"The suspects are described as wearing a black jacket, another wearing a grey jacket, and one was seen with an electric scooter. Unfortunately, we don’t have any further descriptions.

"We are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam or CCTV footage to get in touch with us.

"If you can help, please contact us on 101 quoting reference 54230034746."

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