Girl assaulted in Birstall

Officers are appealing for witnesses after a 13-year-old girl was assaulted in Birstall.
The incident happened at around 9.30pm on Tuesday March 31, 2009 as the victim and her friend were walking along Wanlip Lane and when they neared the junction with Lambourne Road they became aware of three youths cycling behind them.
The girls moved out of the way to let them past when one of the youths insulted the victim before punching her in the face and riding off towards Dalby Avenue.
The victim received a minor injury to her cheek but did not seek medical treatment.
The youth who hit the victim is described as white, between 16 and 18-years-old and of slim build. He had short brown hair and was riding a mountain bike. The other two youths are described as white.
PC Richard Spivey, who is investigating the incident, said: "We would like to appeal to anyone who witnessed this assault or perhaps knows the person responsible.
"We are particular keen to speak to a woman who was walking her dog at the time of the incident and may have seen what happened. We would ask her to get in touch with any information she may have as it may assist with our enquiries."
Anyone with any information is asked to contact PC 1384 Richard Spivey on Leicester (0116) 222 2222, follow the instructions to leave a message for a police officer and when prompted key in the officer's identification number 1384.

(information released by the police 6/4/09)
- posted by Anonymous on Wednesday, April 08, 2009

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