Surrey Police are appealing for any information from the public which will help them in identifying two men spotted on CCTV in connection with a racially aggravated assault in Horley.
The incident took place on Saturday 15 September at around 12.15am when the victim was walking from Horley train station.
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Two men unknown to the victim approached him in Consort Way. One of the men reportedly started shouting racially abusive comments at him before attempting to punch him in the face.
The victim ran off towards The Airfield Tavern and was followed by the men. One of the men then punched the victim causing him to suffer a cut to his lip.
A spokesperson for Surrey Police said:
“We would like to identify the two men in this image, as they may have information that can assist with our inquiries.
“The two men are described as: white, 6 feet tall, medium build with short hair and wearing shorts” and, “white, 6 feet tall, medium build, wearing jeans and a checked shirt”.
Police ask anyone with any information or anyone who saw someone matching one of these descriptions in the area, to call 101 quoting reference number PR/ 45180099041.
Alternatively you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Police added: “If you are a victim or witness of hate crime, please contact Surrey Police on 101. In an emergency always dial 999.
“If you don’t want to speak to police, you can report hate crimes to our partner agency Stop Hate UK on 0800 138 1625.”