Man with hammer follows driver along Northampton street after threats
A driver was threatened and followed along a Northampton town centre street by a man carrying a hammer, police have said.
The incident happened in Sheep Street between 8.30pm and 9.10pm on Thursday, September 10.
A Northamptonshire Police spokesperson said a man who was driving a vehicle was threatened by another man who was in possession of a hammer.
The man also allegedly threatened to damage the victim’s vehicle before following him along Sheep Street while carrying the hammer.
Officers are investigating threats to cause criminal damage and possession of an offensive weapon.
Police would like to hear from anyone who witnessed the incident or has information which could help identify the man involved.
Anyone with relevant CCTV, doorbell, dash-cam or other footage is also asked to come forward.
Witnesses or anyone with information should call Northamptonshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Information can also be submitted online through Northamptonshire Police or Crimestoppers.
Anyone contacting police should quote incident number 26000555671.