Bridgnorth man assaulted by youths following incident
Police in Bridgnorth are appealing for public help in identifying a group of four youths who assaulted a 40-year-old man outside a fish and chip restaurant in the town.
The victim was inside the Seagull restaurant in Listley Street when the four youths entered carrying an empty pushchair.
On leaving the restaurant, he spoke to the youths about the pushchair and was struck in the face by one of them, knocking him to the ground. He was then hit with the pushchair before the youths made off.
The incident happened at around 11pm on Sunday, July 31.
Police Constable Mark Naylor, the investigating officer, said the victim suffered a broken right arm, a one-inch gash to the top of his head and bruising to his face.
He said one of the group was believed to be a 15-year-old and appealed to him to come forward.
"This was a serious assault resulting in a nasty injury. I am appealing for any information which might help trace those responsible. The number to call is Bridgnorth police station on 0300 333 3000, or the anonymous Crimestoppers number, 0800 555 111."
