Police hunt man after assault in Portsmouth shop

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 14 Nov, 19:13 · Archive

A man allegedly spat at and punched a woman during an assault at a shop in Portsmouth. Police were called at 2.40pm on 1 October to the Savers store in The Bridge shopping centre after a report of the assault. A male customer reportedly spat at and punched a female customer during the incident, then fled the scene.

Police have released an image of a man they wish to speak to in connection with the assault. Officers are appealing for anyone who can identify the man or who has relevant information about the incident to come forward. Anyone with information should contact police on 101, quoting reference number 44260481284.

How it is being reported

• Police hunt for man after a woman was spat at and punched while out shoppingCall police if you recognise this manThe News, Portsmouth · 14 Nov, 12:53
• Man allegedly spat at and punched woman in shop assaultA man has allegedly spat at a woman and punched her during an assault at a shop.Southern Daily Echo · 14 Nov, 12:32

In this story: Portsmouth · The Bridge shopping centre · Savers

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