Boy, 15, arrested after Corby teenager left with broken jaw

A 15-year-old boy has been arrested after a Corby assault which left a teenager with a broken jaw.

Police were called after the incident in Willow Brook Road, at its junction with Rowlett Road, on Friday night (May 6).

A 17-year-old boy was approached by another teenage boy between 7.15pm and 7.45pm before a verbal exchange took place.

The victim was then punched in the face, breaking his jaw.

A police spokesman said a 15-year-old Corby boy was arrested in connection with the incident.

He has been released on police bail pending further enquiries, the spokesman added.

The spokesman said: “Witnesses or anyone with information which could assist the investigation are asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101 or alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

Anyone with information should quote incident number 22 000 25 83 83.