Police are investigating reports of a serious assault at a McDonald’s restaurant.

The alleged incident took place between 6.30pm and 6.45pm on Monday February 18 at the fast-food restaurant in Darkes Lane, Potters Bar.

The victims were two teenage boys.

Detective Constable Robert Wood, who is investigating, said: “From our enquiries, we know that several members of the public will have witnessed what happened. I’m appealing for anyone who was at McDonalds around the times stated and has not already spoken to police to get in touch as soon as possible.”

Anyone with information is asked to contact DC Wood by emailing robert.wood@herts.pnn.police.uk or calling 101, quoting crime reference 41/16493/19.

• Sonni Badgery, 20, of Aycliffe Road, Borehamwood, has been charged with two counts of Section 18 wounding with intent, two counts of Section 18 grievous bodily harm (GBH) and possession of an offensive weapon. He is due to appear at St Albans Crown Court on March 25.