A MAN in his 50s was left with cuts and bruises after he was attacked by a group of youths.

He was walking along the footpath behind Matchborough Centre, near the footbridge over the river, between 6pm and 9pm on June 4.

A group of boys aged 15-16 walked towards him and then assaulted him.

Pc Helen Bray said: "We are appealing to any witnesses who have not yet spoken to the police to come forward and for anyone who recalls seeing such a group near Matchborough Centre that Sunday evening to get in touch as you may have important information to help our inquiries."

Anyone with information can call police on 08457 444888 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.