Woman assaulted during attempted robbery in Horton
Police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted during an attempted robbery in Horton.
The incident happened at around 9.45pm yesterday. The victim, a woman in her 30s was walking on Horton Lane when she was approached by an unknown man who attempted to pull her handbag from her.
She was assaulted to her face, which resulted in bruising and swelling to her right eye.
The offender then left the scene in an unknown direction. The victim's bag remained intact and nothing was stolen.
Police would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed the offence, or who may have any information. Please call police on 101, quoting incident 750S of 24 April 2016.
Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online via their website. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.
