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Elderly man assaulted in Cossington Park. Leicester

Posted on 05/11/10

police,constabulary,leicestershire policeElderly man assaulted in Cossington Park. Leicester

Police are appealing for witnesses after an assault in Cossington Park.

The incident happened at the park, in Surrey Street, between 6.45pm and 7pm on Saturday, October 16.

The 75-year-old victim was walking through the park when he was approached by three youths, one of whom slapped him on the face before walking off.

The first suspect is described as between, 15 to 16-years-old and around 57 or 58 tall of stocky build with short black hair.

The other two suspects are both described as white around 52 tall and around 12 to 13-years-old. One of them was riding a bike.

Officers are investigating a similar incident which happened in Dorset Street, on October 11 at around 7.30pm. The 55-year-old victim was walking down an alley way and as he passed a group of four youths one of them hit him on the head.

The suspects are all described as white and between 14 and 18-years-old. Two of them were on bikes.

A third incident happened on Thursday, September 16 in Harrison Road at around 7.55pm. The 59-year-old victim was hit on the back of the head by a youth who then ran off.

The suspect is described as white, between 17 and 18-years-old and around 57 tall. He was of slim build, had dark brown hair and was wearing a white jacket with a hood and a black print on it.

PC Craig Holmes said: This latest incident left the victim feeling shaken. I would like to hear from anyone who was in the park at the time of the incident and saw a group of three youths hanging around. Did you see the incident take place? Did you see them running away? Any information could help us with our enquiries.

We are looking into the possibility that these incidents may be linked. All of the victims have been going about their daily business when the incidents have taken place.

I would also like to hear from anyone else who has been a victim of this type of incident. There could be other victims out there who have not come forward to speak to the police and I would urge them to do so.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC 2931 Craig Holmes on 0116 222 2222 and follow the instructions to leave a message for an officer. When prompted key in his identification number 2931. Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, which is free* and anonymous, on 0800 555 111.

*Please note, some mobile phone providers may charge for this call.

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