Elderly man assaulted in Victoria Promenade, Northampton

Witnesses are being sought after an elderly man was assaulted as he walked along Victoria Promenade in Northampton.

The incident took place between 10.45am and 10.55am on Tuesday, May 24, when the man in his 70s was approached as he walked from the hospital towards the St John’s car park by two people on electric scooters.

One of the riders appeared to deliberately ride his e-scooter at the man, while the second rider punched him the face, causing him to fall against a wall and injure his arm. His glasses were also damaged.

The offenders were both riding dark coloured e-scooters, and wore dark clothing, including balaclavas. They rode off towards Albion Place.

Officers believe Victoria Promenade would have been busy at this time of day and are therefore appealing for motorists to check their dash-cam footage in the hope that they may have captured the incident.

Witnesses or anyone with information which could assist the investigation are asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101 or alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Incident number: 22000296364