Police want to speak to this man after 'racist abuse' hurled at couple and child in Chesterfield

Police want to speak to this man after a couple and a child were ‘racially abused’ as they walked through Chesterfield town centre.

By Sophie Wills

Published 16th Jan 2020, 17:42 BST

Updated 16th Jan 2020, 17:42 BST

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The incident happened on New Square between 1pm and 1.30pm on Thursday, January 9 and officers have released a picture of a man who might be able to help with the investigation.

PC Michael Smith, of the Chesterfield Safer Neighbourhood Policing Team, said: “Inquiries are ongoing into this incident, and there would have been lots of people in the town centre around this time who may have seen or heard the abuse taking place.

“We’d really like to hear from anyone who may have information which could help.

“Hate crime of any sort can be distressing for victims, and also for witnesses. It’s not ok to be targeted because of who you are, and so tackling hate crime is a priority to us.”

If you can help trace him, call 101 quoting reference number 20*16430.