Assault victim urged to contact police after 'punch and kick' attack from behind
The victim of an assault is being urged to speak to police after an attack in Hartlepool.
The hoody-wearing male was in Raby Road, Hartlepool at around 10.30pm on Friday, September 6, when he was approached from behind and attacked by two people. A resident saw the incident and reported it.
The suspects are described as two boys in their teens, one with short, light brown hair, wearing a black t shirt and black trousers and riding a black bike. The second suspect had dark hair and was wearing black trousers and a black puffer jacket.
They appeared to be accompanied by a group of teenagers, both girls and boys.
A Cleveland Police spokeswoman said: "The incident was reported by a resident of the area, who heard the commotion in the street. Two teenage boys approached the victim from behind and punched and kicked him. The victim had left the area prior to police arrival, and officers are now appealing for the victim to get in touch and let us know how he is. He was wearing a black hoody. "
Please call 101, quoting SE24172525, with any information.
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