Woman taken to hospital after random man punches her in Hastings

A woman suffered an injury to her face when a random man punched her in the face while she was walking her dogs in Hastings.
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Police were called at around 4.50pm on Friday (October 30) to reports of a woman being assaulted in Deepdene Gardens, Hastings.

The victim had been walking her dog along the road when she came across a man walking his black and white dog in the opposite direction.

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A brief discussion took place, and the victim walked away. However, moments later, she was approached by the man who then punched her.

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The woman was taken to hospital with a facial injury. She suffered heavy bruising to her face and is now recovering.

Anyone who saw what happened, or who has any other information is asked to contact police online or by calling 101 quoting serial 992 of 30/10.

Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.