Assault on the Racecourse, Northampton

Witnesses are being sought after a teenage boy was assaulted on the Racecourse in Northampton.

The incident occurred between 8.45pm and 9.15pm on Sunday, June 26, when the 17-year-old boy was approached by a group of five males. One of them repeatedly punched him in the face, and a second slashed his face with a bladed weapon.

There are very limited descriptions of two of the offenders. One of the males was of a mixed raced appearance and of a large build. He was wearing black jeans and red jacket. Whilst another male was of a smaller build and wearing a full grey tracksuit with the hood up.

Witnesses or anyone with information which could assist the investigation are asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101 or alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

Incident number: 22000367206