Police hunt gang of five men over hammer attack in Milton Keynes car park

Thames Valley Police said that at around 1.40pm on Monday (December 7) a man was in the car park of the Brunel Shopping Centre, Bletchley, when he was approached by the group of five men.

The gang started to hit him and one of them was carrying a hammer, police said.

According to officers, the man sustained bumps and a cut to the back of his head. He received treatment at Milton Keynes General Hospital and has since been discharged.

Officers said damage was also caused to the victim’s car which was parked in the car park.

The offenders are described by police as a group of five men aged 18 to 21-years-old. Three of the men are black and two are Asian. They were wearing dark clothing and face masks.

Investigating officer PC David Smith said: “This is a concerning incident and we are following up on a number of enquiries to identify and apprehend those involved.

“This incident took place at a busy time of day in an area where many may have dash-cam or mobile phone footage and so I am appealing to anyone who has any information to get in touch.

“You can contact us using our online form or by calling 101, quoting reference number 43200412935. Alternatively, you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously via their website or on 0800 555 111.”