Dog walker 'throws punches and swings lead' in terrifying 'assault' on couple and pet in Southsea

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It was reported the male dog walker kicked one of the couple's dogs and then punched the man several times in the face in Milton Park, Southsea

Hampshire Police have released an image of a man they want to trace following an alleged assault in Southsea.

Police said they received a report that, between 3.20pm and 3.30pm on Monday, November 2, a man and woman were walking their two dogs in Milton Park opposite Clovelly Road when they were approached by a male dog walker.

It was reported the male dog walker kicked one of the couple's dogs and then punched the man several times in the face. He also swung a dog lead at the couple and became verbally abusive, police said.

He is then said to have left the area in the direction of Goldsmith Avenue.

Hampshire Police said: "Enquiries are ongoing but we are asking the public's help to identify the man in this image."

Anyone with information about this incident has been asked to call 101 quoting reference 44260537341

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