Attack on Married Couple Hartlepool

The couple were in Waldon Street, outside of the new medical centre, and were walking towards Park Road when their attacker approached and assaulted them.

The 32-year-old man was left with bruising to his left eye, and his 31-year-old wife sustained three deep lacerations to the left side of her face and her left eye. The woman was taken to hospital where she required surgery and 15 stitches.

Anyone who witnessed this attack or who may have information is asked to contact PC Mark Allan of Hartlepool Police on 01642 302178 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.