Woman assaulted and robbed in Dawley
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted and robbed in Dawley during the early hours of Saturday.
The incident happened at around 1am at the junction of King Street. The victim, a woman in her fifties, was walking alone when she was approached by a man who demanded money. She refused and was punched to the face several times, sustaining bruising. She then handed over loose change.
The suspect was described as Asian or mixed heritage, of slim build, around 6" tall and in his late twenties. He was described as having a thin shaped face, with large brown eyes. His hair was short, shaven and brushed forward. He was wearing a waist length 'leather looking jacket' which had a collar, and a zip.
Police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident to contact police on 101 quoting incident number 455 of 4 July.
