A man was allegedly punched in the face and had his phone stolen while on a bus.

The man, in his twenties, was on the 602 Uno bus in Park Avenue, Bushey, on February 27, when the alleged assault happened.

Police say that between 3.15pm and 3.30pm, the man was punched and suffered a nosebleed.

During the incident, the victim’s phone fell out of his pocket and it was reportedly taken by the suspect.

 

The alleged attack happened in Park Avenue. Credit: Street View

The alleged attack happened in Park Avenue. Credit: Street View

 

A man, 18, from Milton Keynes, was arrested on suspicion of assault and theft – but has since been released under investigation.

Detective Constable Ashley Young said: “I am appealing for any witnesses or anyone with information to get in touch. Were you on the bus? Did you see what happened? Any information, no matter how small it might seem, could be vital to our investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to call the non-emergency number 101 or email Ashley.young@herts.police.uk quoting crime reference 41/16214/22 or contact anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.