An image of two people has been released by police after a young boy was assaulted in St Albans.

The incident took place between 7.30am and 7.50am on Sunday, March 19, in Longacres Park, near Fleetville.

The boy was approached by two teenagers on bicycles, who stole his bag and pushed him to the ground, causing him to hit his head.

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As the teenagers left the scene, the boy sought help, but no injuries were reported.

Police believe the two people pictured may be able to assist their investigation.

PC C-Jay Callaghan said: "We are continuing to follow all lines of enquiry to trace the two people involved.

"We are now able to release a CCTV image of two individuals who we believe were in the area at the time and may be able to assist with our enquiries.

                                                                                            

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“If this is you, or you recognise them, please contact me directly at C-jay.callaghan@herts.police.uk.”

Information can also be reported online at at herts.police.uk/report or by calling the police's non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/22577/23.

Anonymous information can be given by contacting Crimestopppers on 0800 555 111 or via crimestoppers-uk.org.