Patrols stepped up after park attack
A 20-year-old woman was left with a broken jaw following a violent attack in Abington Park.
The incident took place at about 8pm on Wednesday, August 27 in Abington Park near the bandstand when the victim and her male friend were approached by two men.
The men asked them for a cigarette but when they said no the offenders starting punching and kicking them.
The attack lasted around five minutes until the offenders were disturbed by passers by who said they were going to call the police.
The offenders then made off in the direction of Billing Road.
Det Sgt Julie Gallagher said: "This was a nasty attack which left a 20-year-old woman with a broken jaw.
"We will be stepping up patrols in the area and we will work extremely hard to track down who has done this.
"I would also like to urge anyone who saw anything to contact us as soon as possible."
The first offender was mixed race, of large build, with short scruffy hair, 5ft 6in, 18 to 20 years old and wore a khaki coloured hooded top.
The second offender was black, of slim build, with short hair, about 5ft 8in, aged 18 to 20, wearing dark clothing.
The 24-year-old male victim suffered cuts and bruises.
Witnesses can call police on 08453 700700 - alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
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