Police are appealing for information after a man in his fifties was assaulted in the Wyndham Street area of Newport early yesterday morning (Sunday July 18).
At approximately 5am the victim was making his way along Wyndham Street when he was approached by a man who asked for money. The offender punched and kicked the victim causing extensive facial injuries. The victim was also sexually assaulted.
The offender is described as a white male, between 20 and 30 years old, five feet eleven inches to six feet tall wearing a white t shirt and black trousers.
Detective Chief Inspector Ruth Price is leading the investigation:
‘This kind of unprovoked physical violence is rare. The victim has been brave in coming forward and providing officers with as much detail as he could. The victim is described as in his mid fifties, six feet tall, of very slim build and wearing a dark green jacket. We would appeal to anyone who has any information to contact us’
Forensic investigations and house to house enquiries have been ongoing and additional patrols are taking place in the area.
Police would appeal to anyone with information to get in touch on 01633 838111 or crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
