Police are appealing for information after a 10-year-old child was attacked.

The incident saw the youngster assaulted by a gang of youths on the footpath between Bitts Park and Carlisle castle at about 3.30pm on Saturday, July 8 .

The 10-year-old was punched in the stomach by youths aged about 11 and 12.

One of them is described as blonde, wearing a grey hoodie and a t-shirt. Another is described as ginger, wearing a blue top and blue jeans.

Anyone with information should contact Cumbria police on 101.