Pregnant woman suffers serious injuries during assault in Basildon

Essex Police have released a photo of a man they want to speak to

Author: Grace McGachyPublished 29th Apr 2025

Essex Police are trying to identify a man they want to speak to after a pregnant woman was assaulted in Basildon.

The victim suffered serious injuries to her face during the incident which happened in the car park of the Asda supermarket in Southernhay at about 7.45pm on Saturday 19 April.

Officers would now like to identify a man seen in the area at the time. He is believed to be about 5ft 10in tall, of slim build, with dark brown hair.

Anyone with information should contact Essex Police.

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