Police have released a CCTV image to identify a man following an assault in Borehamwood on Tuesday, March 19.

The incident occurred around 9am on Shenley Road, when a woman was struck on the side of her head by a man walking towards her.

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PC Mathew Wheeler, who is investigating, said: "Our enquiries are continuing, and I am appealing for anyone with information to please come forward.

"We are releasing this image because we believe the individual was in the area at the time and could assist our investigation.

"Is this you, or do you recognise this person?

"Please email me at Mathew.Wheeler@herts.police.uk with any information you may have.”

Information can be reported online at herts.police.uk/report or by contacting Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

The crime reference quote is 41/22559/24.