Appeal after boy, 7, assaulted outside supermarket
The incident happened outside Morrison’s in St James’ Street, Brighton
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Police are appealing for witnesses after a seven-year-old boy was assaulted outside a supermarket in East Sussex.
The incident happened outside Morrisons in St James’ Street, Brighton, at 19:15 BST on 5 June.
The boy was leaving the store with his family when he was pushed over by a man, causing him to fall backwards, police said.
The man was described as in his 20s, of a large build and with a brown beard.
He wore a blue woollen hat, a light blue or grey shirt, dark blue scarf, blue lanyard and dark trousers, police added.
Anyone who saw the incident is urged to contact the force.
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