Man assaulted after confronting youths over snowball

The man was assaulted after a snowball was thrown at him
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Robin de Peyer18 January 2016
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A man who confronted a group of teenagers throwing snowballs has been punched in the face.

The man went to warn the boys about their behaviour after spotting them launching snowballs at passing cars in Collyweston Road, Northampton, on Sunday.

He was then punched and subjected to a sustained assault at about 1pm, according to Northamptonshire Police.

His injuries needed hospital treatment.

Police want to trace a suspect described as white, about 15 years old, 6ft tall, normal build, short shaved, light fair hair, with a small amount of facial hair around the chin and who was wearing a dark coloured coat.

The three other boys are described as white, about 15 years old and of a slightly smaller build than the first teenager.

A force spokesman said: "Anyone with any information can call Northamptonshire Police on 101.

"Alternatively, they can call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."

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