Thug attacked man in shocking street assault
Police are hunting a thug who grabbed a man and repeatedly pushed him against a wall.
The 50-year-old victim was walking by St Andrew's Churchyard and Mansion House, towards Sandgate, Penrith, when he was attacked at about 9.15am today.
His attacker is described as a white man, aged about 45 to 60, and of stocky build, with fair hair, and wearing glasses.
He wore a light blue jacket and dark blue trousers.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information about the man, is asked to call PC 2193 on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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