Man in 70s knocked to ground by teens in Doncaster gang attack
Police were called for the incident on a Doncaster path
A man in his 70s was injured after being knocked to the ground in an attack by a gang of teenagers in Doncaster.
Police were called following the incident in the Bessacarr area.
A South Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: ““At 5.10pm yesterday (29 October) it is reported that a man, aged 70 was approached by four teenagers on bicycles while walking along a path near to Hall Cross Middle School in Bessacarr.
“It is believed that the man was assaulted from behind, causing him to fall to the floor.
“The offenders then fled the scene.
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“The victim was shook up, but not seriously physically injured.
“The offenders were described as wearing all black.
“Our enquiries are on going and anyone with information is asked to contact us quoting incident number 765 of 29 October 2026.”