Witness appeal after man seriously assaulted in Heanor

A 60-year-old man was walking his dog close to Osborne’s Pond off Roper Avenue, in Shipley Park shortly before 9pm on Friday 2 September when he was assaulted by a group of youths.

The man was taken to hospital, where he remains being treated for serious injuries.

Two boys, aged 14 and 15, have been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and are currently in police custody.

A scene is in place and officers will be in the area for some time, whilst they carry out enquiries.

We are urging anyone with information to come forward and report it to us.

Please quote reference number 22*512397 in any correspondence.

• Facebook – send us a private message to our Facebook page
• Twitter – direct message our contact centre via @DerPolContact
• Website – We have several crime reporting tools on our website or use our online contact form
• Phone – call us on 101.

 

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting the Crimestoppers website.