Police release CCTV image after man injured in 'racist' attack in Newcastle city centre
by David Huntley · ChronicleLivePolice have released a CCTV image after a man sustained injuries in a racist attack in Newcastle city centre.
The assault happened at about 4.35pm on Sunday, September 1, when a man, who is in his 20s, was on Westgate Road in the city centre. Police say the victim was approached by a group of men before he was racially abused and assaulted.
The victim sustained a bloody nose and was hit to the ground. Northumbria Police is now investigating and is appealing for witnesses to come forward.
A statement from the force said: "One of the group racially abused the victim before punching him in the nose, causing him to fall to the ground and bang his head. Another male who was part of the group then racially abused the victim.
"The victim sustained a bloody nose in the incident. Inquiries into the report are continuing and today (Wednesday) officers have released an image of a man they would like to trace. He was in the area at the time the assault is reported to have taken place and officers believe he might be able to assist with their inquiries."
The man, or anyone who recognises him, should send Northumbria Police a direct message on social media, use the live chat on the Force website or go here. For those unable to contact the force via those ways, call 101 quoting reference number 103721K/24.
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