Police want to speak to this man after woman racially abused at Wellingborough newsagents

Officers believe this man may have information about the incident
Police want to speak to this man about the incident at a newsagents in WellingboroughPolice want to speak to this man about the incident at a newsagents in Wellingborough
Police want to speak to this man about the incident at a newsagents in Wellingborough

Police want to speak to this man in connection with a racially aggravated incident at a newsagents in Market Street, Wellingborough.

The incident took place between 1.45pm and 2pm on Thursday, June 18, when a man entered the shop while speaking on his mobile phone, in what appeared to be a heated conversation.

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A spokesman for Northants Police said: "During the phone call, he shouted down his phone before kicking out at the door.

"The owner of the shop asked him to leave, and he became racially abusive towards her.

"Officers investigating the incident believe this man may have information which could assist with their enquiries, and are appealing for him or anyone who may recognise him, to get in touch."

Anyone with information is asked to call Northamptonshire Police on 101 quoting reference number 20000309649 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.

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