A 12-year-old boy has been assaulted as he made his way home from school in Finchampstead.
At around 3.35pm on Monday, March 27, the boy got off the bus at the Ratepayers’ Hall, in Finchampstead Road and began walking down Nine Mile Ride.
As he walked between Creswells Garage and the turning for Gorse Ride South, a boy in his early teens grabbed the victim and pushed him into the road, causing him to fall over.
The offender then took hold of the victim’s arms and held him in the road, until a member of the public intervened and the offender let go.
The victim then ran off. He was not injured during the incident.
The offender is described as slim, approximately 5ft 7ins and mixed race. He was described as having broad shoulders and had black thick hair on top which was shorter around the sides. He was wearing black trousers, shoes, and a black jumper with red on it, which was believed to be a school uniform.
Investigating officer, Police Constable Paul Bentley, said: “This incident took place on a busy road and we believe there may have been a member of the public who walked past and intervened. We would really like to speak to that individual, and any other possible witnesses, to assist with the investigation.
“If anyone witnessed the incident or has any information, please call the 24-hour Thames Valley Police enquiry centre on 101, quoting incident reference 43170089357.
Alternatively, information can be given to the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. No personal details are taken, information is not traced or recorded and you will not go to court.
