13-year-old girl "punched and kicked" in Preston park

The teen needed treatment in hospital

Author: Adam FawcettPublished 28th Jun 2024

Police are investigating after a 13-year-old girl was "punched and kicked" in an attack in a park in Preston.

Officers were called to Moor Park at around 7.30pm on Wednesday night after reports that a number of people punched and kicked the victim whilst she sat on the grass.

It's said to have happened near to the skate park.

The girl needed treatment in hospital, but has since been discharged.

In a posted on socials, Lancashire Police said: "We are investigating an assault in Preston which has left a teenage girl with injuries.

"It happened just before 7.30pm last night (Wednesday 26th June, 2024) near to the Skate Park in Moor Park. It was reported a number of individuals punched and kicked the victim while she sat on the grass.

"The victim, a 13 year old girl, was taken to hospital with injuries to her face and body following the assault. She has since been discharged."

Officers are asking anyone who saw anything to contact them on 101.

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