Gang of youths attack 60-year-old man in Derbyshire town and leave him seriously injured

By Tom Hardwick
Published 5th Sep 2022, 10:19 BST
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A 60-year-old man was hospitalised with serious injuries after being assaulted by a group of youths at a Derbyshire park.

Shortly before 9.00pm on Friday, September 2, a 60-year-old man was walking his dog close to Osborne’s Pond, off Roper Avenue, in Shipley Park, Heanor.

The victim was assaulted by a group of youths and suffered serious injuries. He was taken to hospital following the attack, where he currently remains.

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Two boys, aged 14 and 15, have been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and are currently in police custody. Officers will be in the area for some time while they carry out enquiries.

Two teens were taken into custody following the incident.Two teens were taken into custody following the incident.
Two teens were taken into custody following the incident.

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Anyone with information is urged to contact Derbyshire Police using any of the below methods, quoting reference number 22*512397:

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.