14-year-old boy in Luton assaulted in Bushmead Road

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a 14-year-old boy was assaulted in Luton on Friday 12 June.

The victim was walking along Bushmead Road when he was approached by two Asian boys aged around 17. The offenders asked for his phone and when he refused they attacked the victim, punching him several times.

One of the youths is described as slim, around 5’10” and wearing a grey hooded top. The other was described as chubby and around 5’6″.

Detective Constable Cathie Layton said: “This was a nasty attack that has understandably left the boy shaken. We are asking anyone with any information that could assist us in identifying the offenders to come forward.”

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information should contact DC Layton on 101, text 07786 200011, or alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.