Man spat at victim and assaulted them outside Northampton chip shop following row over parking
A man spat at a victim and assaulted them outside a Northampton chip shop, following a row over parking.
The incident happened in St Leonards Road, outside Mr Chippy, between 6.30pm and 6.45pm on Wednesday June 17.
Police say a delivery driver had parked while locating an address when an altercation occurred with the driver of a BMW who had been attempting to park.
A Northamptonshire Police spokeswoman said: “The incident escalated, during which the offender spat at the victim before a physical assault took place. The victim was knocked to the ground and kicked, sustaining injuries including bruising and a black eye.
“The offender is described as a mixed-race man in his 30s, of large build (approximately 15–20 stone), with black hair and a black, clean-cut beard. His clothing is unknown.”
Officers want to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or who may have dash-cam or CCTV footage.
Anyone with information is asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101, quoting incident number: 26000355233.