Southampton police are appealing for witnesses following an assault in the city centre on Saturday 16 May around 8pm, when a woman was injured after a “wet floor” sign was thrown at her.
The victim was walking along Harbour Parade near West Quay when she was struck on the head, resulting in two black eyes.
Reports indicate that the attack involved three boys, believed to be about 14 years old, who threw the sign from the side of West Quay. The teenagers then reportedly continued to throw stones at pedestrians passing by.
Police have conducted extensive enquiries in the area, including a full review of CCTV footage, to identify those responsible and to understand the sequence of events leading up to the assault.
A police spokesperson said: “Were you in the area at the time? Did you see or hear anything suspicious? If you have any information that may assist our investigation, or any relevant footage – mobile phone, dash cam or CCTV – please call 101 and quote incident number 44260237175, or you can submit information via our website.”
Members of the public can also provide information anonymously by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their website.
Originally published by UKNIP.
