Woman suffers facial injuries after an assault in Derby

A woman in her 70s suffered facial injuries when she was assaulted in Derby.

We are investigating a report that at about 10.50am on Thursday 19 August, a 73-year-old woman was walking along Sadler Gate, when she was pushed from behind.

She fell to the floor and suffered bruising and swelling to her face. She required stitches to a cut on her lip.

We are releasing this image of a woman we would like to speak to as she was seen in the area at the time.

Witnesses or anyone with information should contact investigating officer PC Chris Bromiley via the following methods, quoting reference number 21*466807;

• Facebook – send us a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary
• Twitter – direct message our contact centre on @DerPolContact
• Website – complete the online contact form www.derbyshire.police.uk/ContactUs.
• Phone – call us on 101.