Boy ‘racially abused’ in town park as police appeal for information

Police are appealing to the public for help after a boy was “subject to racist abuse” in a Leicestershire park. Officers from Market Harborough and Lutterworth Police said the incident happened in Welland Park in Market Harborough.

Officers said the incident happened between 6pm and 7pm on Sunday May 19. Officers have since released an image of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident.

PC Robyn Cooper, the investigating officer, said: “I believe the man pictured may have information about this incident. If you recognize him and know who he is, then please get in touch.

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“If you’re the person pictured, then please contact the police.” You can pass on information by visiting Leicestershire Police’s website and quoting reference 24*299561. Alternatively you can call 101.

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