Police appealing for witnesses after assault
Officers investigating an assault in Watchet are appealing for the public’s help
Police were called to an incident in Watchet, Somerset at around 10pm on Saturday 11 January
It was reported to officers that an unknown man assaulted a woman in her 60s in Anchor Street, Watchet.
Following the incident, a member of the public subsequently challenged the man. The suspect then threatened to punch the individual, but instead left the scene.
Thankfully, neither victim sustained any serious injuries.
The offender is described as white, approximately 6ft tall, between 55-65 years old, of medium build, with grey hair worn in a ponytail, a goatee beard and glasses.
He was wearing a wide brim hat with a band around it, a leather jacket and jeans. He was walking with a black Labrador dog.
Police are asking for anyone who witnessed the incident or has any relevant footage to get in touch.