Devon and Cornwall Police have launched an appeal after a 14‑year‑old boy was assaulted in Cornwall.
Officers are seeking witnesses after the teenager was attacked and a pensioner who tried to intervene was knocked to the ground.
The incident happened at around 7.45pm on Friday, July 24, at Gwithian Towans Car Park.
It is reported that the boy was assaulted by a group of three boys. He sustained injuries including chipped teeth and swelling to his head.
An 81‑year‑old local woman who witnessed the attack was knocked to the ground when she attempted to help. She suffered minor injuries.
A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: “Officers are appealing for witnesses after a teenager was assaulted and a pensioner who tried to help was knocked to the ground.

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