Police appeal after man attacked while out running in Rushden

The victim recalled passing two unknown men before the assault took place.

Author: Ellie RobsonPublished 10th Feb 2026

Police are investigating after a man was assaulted while running in the Tennyson Road area of Rushden.

The incident happened on Wednesday (4 February) between 6.30am and 7am, when a man who had gone out for a run in the Tennyson Road area was attacked from behind.

Officers want to hear from anyone who saw what happened.

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