AN alleged assault involving an 11-year-old boy riding a bike and a man in his 40s has led police to issue an appeal for witnesses.

The incident happened at about 4.50pm on Sunday 30 November at the junction of Rouge Bouillon and La Pouquelaye, near the entrance to College Gardens. The man was described by police as white and bald. Several passers-by were reported to have intervened during the incident.

Anyone with information or relevant footage is asked to contact police on 612612, or the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at crimestoppers-uk.org.