04-08-2025
Police appeal after 'nasty attack' in Nottinghamshire supermarket
A young man hit his head on the floor after he was punched during a "nasty" attack in a Nottinghamshire supermarket. The incident occurred on Friday, July 18, just before 8.30pm at Sainsbury's in Market Street, Bingham.
A 20-year-old man was punched repeatedly, resulting in bruising to his eyes and cheeks and a red gash to the back of his head, Nottinghamshire Police said. The victim's dad intervened in an effort to stop the attack but dropped his phone in the process.
The device was then stolen by one of the men involved in the assault. Police were called but the two attackers fled the scene.
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Nottinghamshire Police has now released images of two men they wish to trace who officers believe could help further their investigation. PC Beth Wharmby, who is investigating the incident, said: "This was a nasty assault in a supermarket which could have left the victim with serious injuries.
"The victim hit his head on the floor due to the ferocity of the attack. Luckily the victim's dad intervened, which prevented further punches being thrown. During the attack the victim's dad dropped his phone, which was stolen by another man.
"We are taking this incident extremely seriously and are determined to catch those responsible so they can be put before the courts. We have released images of two men that could help us with our inquiries and are calling on the public's help to identify them.
"Do you know the men in the images? Are you the men in the images? Please get in touch with us as soon as possible by calling 101 quoting incident number 0779 of July 18, 2025 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."
