Police are investigating an incident of assault that occurred in Bitts Park under the railway bridge next to the river between 5pm and 5:30pm on 16th November.
A boy of secondary school age was pushed into the river and assaulted by another male believed to be of similar age.
A Cumbria Police spokesman said: “As a result, he sustained cuts and bruises to the face.
“Officers are keen to speak to a male that was seen dressed in dark clothing in the area of Bitts Park at the time of incident, he is around 5″8′ in height.”
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact PC 2832 on 101, quoting incident number 171 of 16th November. Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
