18-year-old attacked in Telford by man with bladed weapon
An 18-year-old man required hospital treatment yesterday after he was attacked by a man with a bladed weapon.
The incident happened in Sutton Hill at about 6.30pm. The victim was taken to Royal Shrewsbury Hospital after suffering slight injuries to his chest and hand.
The man was walking past Sutton Hill Skate Park, pushing a bicycle, when he was attacked. The offender ran off in the opposite direction and did not take any of the victim’s property.
The offender is described as black, around 20-years-old, of slim build with short hair. He was wearing dark clothing and trainers.
Anyone who saw the incident is urged to contact West Mercia Police on non-emergency number 101 quoting incident number 0511s of 25 January 2015.
Alternatively you can give information without giving your name by calling Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or by visiting their website www.crimestoppers-uk.org
