The police are hoping to speak to a man who might have vital information regarding an assault in Milton Keynes.

At around 8pm on Wednesday, July 6, a man was seen verbally abusing a group of children in the Newton Leys area of the town.

A 32-year-old woman then intervened before she was verbally and physically assaulted.

She was not hurt in the incident.

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Investigating officer, PC Peter Green, based at Milton Keynes police station, said: “I would be very keen to speak to the man in this picture as I believe he could have very important information about this incident.

“If you know who this man is, or if you have any other information about this offence which could help our investigation, please get in touch by calling 101, quoting reference number 43220297696.”

Alternatively, you can call the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, or make a report online.