A gang of 10 to 12 yobs in dark hooded clothing have assaulted four teenage boys in Verulamium Park.

On Wednesday, July 12, at around 10.30pm, the four teenage boys were in the St Albans park, close to Westminster Lodge when they were attacked.

DC Ayodeji Afolabi said: “I would like to speak to anyone who saw the incident or believes they have information that could assist the on-going investigation.”

Anyone with any information has been asked to contact Herts Police on 101, quoting crime reference number F1/17/3319.