Police hunt attacker after 15-year-old boy taken to hospital in “terrible pain” after being punched in stomach

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DETECTIVES investigating a teenager being attacked and punched in the stomach in Orford Park, Warrington, are appealing for information from members of the public.

The 15-year-old boy was punched in the stomach by another boy in Orford Park on Alder Lane at around 7pm on Wednesday 27 April.

The boy was taken to hospital for treatment where he is currently in a stable condition.

The attacker is described as white, of a slim build, around 6’2” tall with short light brown hair. He is believed to be aged 16 or 17 and was wearing a black tracksuit jacket with grey bottoms.

Officers are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed the assault, know the identity of the attacker or have any further information to get in touch.

Detective Constable Danielle Howcroft, of Warrington local policing unit, said: “This attack left the boy in terrible pain requiring him to be taken to hospital where he is currently in a stable condition.

“While our enquiries are ongoing to identify the attacker I am appealing to anyone who has information to come forward.

“Whether you know him, perhaps witnessed the assault take place or have information that could assist with the investigation I am encouraging you to please contact us.”

If you have information please contact Cheshire Constabulary online or by calling 101 quoting IML 1256165.

Information can also be passed on anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


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