Witness appeal after man assaulted in Buxton

Police are appealing for witnesses after a 56-year-old man was assaulted in broad daylight in Buxton.

The man was left with a bloodied nose after he was assaulted by a stranger when walking down Spring Gardens. 

It happened at around 6.30pm on Thursday, May 7. 

The man who assaulted him is described as mixed-race, stocky and about 5ft 10ins tall. He also had his hair tied back and wore navy blue shorts.

He was with a white woman who had brown hair and wore pale blue jeans and red shoes.

Anyone with information should contact PC Sean Moss, quoting reference number 20000232815, via the following methods:

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

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111, or by visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org.