Appeal after street attack.POLICE are appealing for witnesses after an early hours assault in Hartlepool. The 24-year-old victim was attacked by four men at the junction of Museum Road and Lancaster Road at 2.40am on Sunday. They shouted in his face before throwing punches. The ringleader ring·lead·er n. A person who leads others, especially in illicit or informal activities. ringleader Noun a person who leads others in illegal or mischievous actions Noun 1. then delivered kicks while the victim was on the ground. The men then made off towards the Morrisons petrol petrol: see gasoline. station and on to the Stockton Road area. The main attacker is described as white, with short blond hair and a round face and was aged between 19 and 22. He was approximately 5ft 8in tall and was wearing a navy blue tracksuit track·suit n. A loose-fitting jacket and pants worn by athletes and exercisers usually before and after workouts. tracksuit Noun a warm loose-fitting suit worn by athletes etc., esp. . The others were all white, also aged approximately 19 to 22 and were wearing dark clothing The victim received minor injuries and police are appealing for anyone who may have information to contact PC Joe Crane at Hartlepool Police on 01642 302126. Alternatively contact the charity Crimestoppers on 0800 5551111. |
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