Man repeatedly punched in the face by cyclist in Corby supermarket car park

Police are appealing for witnesses after a driver was attacked in the car park of the Tesco Extra store in Oakley Road, Corby.

The victim was left with significant facial injuries following the attack.

A spokesman for Northants Police said: "Between 2.50pm and 3.20pm on Saturday, December 26, a man in his 20s drove into the car park and parked up.

"As he sat in his car, another male riding a black mountain bike approached him.

"The male punched the driver in the face several times, causing significant facial injuries, and rode off.

"He is described as white, aged 19 to early 20s, of a slim build with mousey brown hair.

"He was wearing a grey or light green tracksuit."

Anyone who witnessed the assault or who has information which could assist with the investigation is asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101 quoting reference number 20000682935 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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