There's an investigation after a man verbally abused and assaulted two women during an incident in East Grinstead.
It happened near to Kings Street car park at around 2.30am on Sunday, August 21.
The victims were walking along London Road when the man began verbally abusing them.
After challenging him, the man punched one of the women twice in the face and he pushed the other woman in the face, causing a minor injury
The man police would like to speak with in connection with this incident is described as white, skinny and approximately 6’ tall.
He has dark short hair and was wearing grey jogging bottoms with a black zip, a black t-shirt and a black baseball cap.
Detective Constable James Butcher said:
“We are urging anyone who recognises this man to contact us as we believe he can assist us with our investigation. This was a nasty experience for both the victims and want anyone with information to speak with us.”
If you have information which could help detectives with their investigation report it to police online or call 101 quoting serial number 177 of 21/07.
Sussex Police officers are trained to deal with reports of hate crime sensitively and professionally.
You can find out more information and to report a hate crime here.
Overnight Closures For A22 Forest Row Road Improvements
Brighton Defence Manufacturer's Controversial Planning Application Likely To Be Heard
Over £2.4m Approved For Worthing School Support Centre
Section Of M25 To Close Again Tonight - As Drivers Warned Not To Get Complacent
Plans For 800 New Horsham Homes Refused
Over 200 Co-Living Flats Approved For Brighton
Teenager In Custody On Crawley Attempted Murder Charge
Appeal Following Assault In Hastings
Road Closed As Armed Police Attend Incident In Worthing
Lewes District Council Placed In Planning Special Measures