A woman was the victim of a "racially aggravated incident" in Radlett, with officers now trying to track down the suspect.

The incident happened between 8pm and 8.20pm on Monday, May 27, in Theobald Street, when a woman in her 40s was reportedly subjected to racially aggravated language while walking home.

The suspect is described as a white man of stocky build. He was wearing sports shorts and had a birth mark on one of his calves.

"Our enquiries are continuing, and I am appealing for anyone who saw what happened, or who has any further information, to please get in touch," said PC Harry Levi, investigating.

"I can be contacted directly at Harry.Levi@herts.police.uk. Thank you."

You can report information online at herts.police.uk/report, via online web chat at herts.police.uk/contact, or by calling the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/42205/24.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.