Teen Boy Attacked in Braintree Park Walk

Police are hunting a thug after a 15-year-old boy was punched in the back of the head while walking with his girlfriend in Braintree.

Assault Occurs in Bocking End

The boy and his 14-year-old girlfriend were strolling on Rayne Road, near the back of number 1 in Bocking End, just after 6.30pm on 30 September. Suddenly, a man followed them and struck the boy from behind.

Police Seek Witnesses to Identify Attacker

The suspect is described as a white male, wearing a black baseball cap, a black jacket with orange stripes down the sleeves, and black shorts.

Anyone with information is urged to contact PC Charlie Partridge at 1 police station on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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