Appeal for victim of assault in Cheltenham town centre to come forward

Police would like to trace a man who may have been the victim of an assault in Cheltenham town centre.

Officers received a report that a man had been attempting to assault members of the public close to Regent Arcade at around 1pm on Saturday 12 September.

It was reported that the man had been seen shoplifting and members of the public had tried to intervene.

The offender was reported to have become erratic and started throwing punches before walking away.

Investigating officers would like to speak to anyone who may have witnessed any part of the incident and who has not yet spoken to police.

They are particularly keen to trace a man in a tan jacket who was pushed in the chest and neck area before the offender attempted to kick and punch him.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Gloucestershire Police through the website, quoting reference number 53260078950: https://www.gloucestershire.police.uk/contact/af/contact-us/us/a-crime-that-has-already-been-reported/