Man and six-year-old assaulted in Hertford
Police say a 24-year-old man has been arrested
Last updated 28th Aug 2024
A man in his 30s and a six-year-old boy have been assaulted in Hertford.
Hertfordshire Police say it was reported that there was an altercation between a Nissan Juke and a Volkswagen van on Saturday evening just before 7pm.
The man and child, in the Juke, were assaulted and subjected to racially abusive language, as well as officers at the scene.
Police say a 24-year-old man from Hoddesdon's been arrested on suspicion of assault by beating, using racially/religiously aggravated language with the intent to cause harassment/alarm/distress, criminal damage and failing to provide a drink/drug specimen.
He has been released on bail whilst enquiries continue.
Detective Sergeant Adam Haines, from the East Herts Local Crime Unit, said: “I am appealing for anyone with information to get in touch as we continue to provide the victims with ongoing support.
“I am particularly keen to talk to anyone who tried to intervene as the situation escalated as they may have crucial information to assist our investigation.
“If you saw what happened, no matter how small or insignificant you think the details you have may be, please email me at Adam.Haines@herts.police.uk.”