Appeal for witnesses following assault in Ilkeston park

Ilkeston Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward following an assault in a park in the area.

Officers have been made aware of a video on social media showing a girl being attacked by another girl in Rutland Recreation Ground in Oakwell Drive after 6pm on Friday 24th March.

Investigations are ongoing into the circumstances of the incident, and witnesses are being asked to come forward to help with enquiries.

Anyone who witnessed what happened, or who has video footage, is asked to get in touch via any of the routes detailed below quoting reference 23*184736.

• Facebook– send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary
• Twitter– direct message the contact centre on @DerPolContact
• Website– complete the online contact form at derbyshire.police.uk/Contact-Us.
• Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111 or by visiting www.crimestoppers-uk.org