Police hunt man after minicab office attack which left victim with fractured jaw and nose

Image credit: Derbyshire constabulary

Derbyshire Constabulary have released a picture of a man they want to speak to about an alleged assault at a minicab office in Chesterfield.

A 49-year-old man was reportedly assaulted by another man at A-Line Taxis on Stephenson Place at around 10.10pm on Thursday 8 October.

The victim suffered fractures to his jaw, eye socket, cheek and nose.

Inquiries have been ongoing and officers are now turning to the public to help in tracing this man as he may be able to help.

A spokesperson for the force has said: “Do you recognise the man pictured? Or do you have any other information about this incident? If so, please contact us using one of the non emergency methods below.

”Please mention Detective Staff Investigator Ella Johnson and quote reference number 20*530852 in any correspondence.”

FULL LIST OF EMERGENCY MEASURES:

• Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

• Twitter – direct message the contact centre on @DerPolContact

• Website – complete the online contact form https://bit.ly/2a5L5jj.

• Phone – call on 101.

You can also anonymously contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, on 0800 555 111.