Woman shoved to ground and kicked by man she did not know in Gosport field

A woman was shoved to the ground and kicked by a man she did not know in a Gosport field.

The attack happened on the field between Lifeboat Lane and Fort Gilkicker around 5pm on Thursday 5 November when the victim was approached by the man.

Police said: “The man reportedly shoved the woman to the ground before he kicked her and demanded her phone. The man then left the area in the direction of Fort Gilkicker.

“The woman suffered grazes to her side and is now recovering at home. No property was taken during this incident.

“We are now appealing for witnesses to this incident to come forward and assist with our enquiries including a man seen in the area around the time of the incident.”

The man is described as white, around 6ft tall with a slim build who was wearing a black/very dark hooded puffer-style jacket which came down to his waist, dark coloured bottoms, and dark coloured trainers.

Police added: “If you recognise the man from this description, witnessed the incident, or have any information or doorbell footage from around the time of this incident that may assist our enquiries then you can call 101 quoting 44260542881.”

You can also submit information at www.hampshire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or visit their website: crimestoppers-uk.org/