Hunt for woman witness in attack mystery

POLICE are trying to track down a woman who may be able to provide vital evidence in connection to an assault on a 12-year-old boy.

The incident happened last month on Sunday, September 5 at about 5:50pm on Shoreham Drive, Rotherham.

A police spokeswoman said: “The victim claims that he was walking along Lymister Avenue when he noticed a man standing near a silver Vauxhall Astra staring at him.

“After an exchange of comments between the two males, the victim walked away, but noticed the man started to follow him in the silver Astra.

“The victim attempted to run away, but it is alleged that the man drove the vehicle ahead of him, got out and punched the victim in the ribs before getting back into the car and driving away.

“There was no attempt to abduct the boy.”

The spokeswoman said that a woman had been seen walking down Stafford Drive, in the direction of Bawtry Road.

“She was walking down the hill and crossed over to Shoreham Drive when she noticed the victim,” she added.

“This woman, described as white, with a medium build, spoke with a local accent and asked the victim if he was OK.

“The victim kept his head down and continued to walk up Shoreham Drive onto Stafford Drive away from the woman.

“Officers would like to speak to this woman and anyone else who may have seen what happened or has information about this incident.”

An 18-year-old man has been arrested in connection and is helping officers with their enquiries.

Anyone who was walking along Stafford Drive or Shoreham Drive at about 5.50pm on Sunday, September 5 or has any information about the incident should contact Pc Gemma Ravenhill on 0114 220 20 20 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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