Body cam video still released in assault investigation

Do you recognise this man wanted for questioning in relation to the assault of two police officers in Ilkeston?

Derbyshire Police have released a still taken from an officer’s body worn video camera as part of an investigation into the assault of two PCs.

The two officers were dealing with anti-social behaviour and drinking on Gallows Inn playing fields, off Ilkeston Road, Ilkeston, when they were approached by a youth.

A short time later, one of the officers was struck to the side of the head with a bottle and had her hair pulled violently during a subsequent struggle.

The second officer was also hit several times, including a kick to the head, while assisting his colleague.

As part of an ongoing investigation, officers have released a still taken from one of the officer’s body worn video cameras.

It shows a youth who is wanted for questioning in connection with the incident.

Do you recognise the person shown in the image?

If so, get in touch using one of the below methods, quoting reference 21*268476.

Facebook– send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabularyTwitter– direct message the contact centre on @DerPolContactWebsite– complete the online contact form at derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us.Phone – call 101.You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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