Appeal following assault in Merstham

We’re investigating an assault that took place in an alleyway close to Huddlestone Crescent in Merstham at around 1am on Sunday 5 July.

A 23 year-old man was talking on his phone when he was assaulted from behind leaving him with cuts and bruises to his head and an injury to his knee. Nothing was taken.

Officers have been carrying out enquiries and we’re keen to hear from anyone who saw someone acting suspiciously in the area.

If you have any information which could assist our investigation, please contact us on 101, quoting crime reference PR/ 45200069180.

Alternatively, if you do not wish to leave your name, please call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.