Police warn against sharing footage of Southam assault on youths | The Redditch Standard

Police warn against sharing footage of Southam assault on youths

Redditch Editorial 8th Apr, 2019

POLICE investigating reports of an assault on two teenage boys by another boy in Southam have warned against sharing footage of the incident on social media.

The incident is alleged to have taken place on Friday April 5.

Sgt Samantha De Cogan of Warwickshire Police said: “We are aware of video footage that has been shared on social media.

“An investigation is underway and I would like to ask people not to share the video or speculate on those involved, as this could harm our investigation and any subsequent legal proceedings.




“I would also like to add that threatening and abusive comments on social media will not be tolerated and will be dealt with accordingly where required.

“Officers are supporting the victims at this time as enquiries continue.”


Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101, quoting incident number 240 of April 5.

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