By George Day • Published: 21 Apr 2020 • 13:16
CREDIT: South Yorkshire Police
A three-year-old out walking with her dad in line with government advice was the victim of an alleged coronavirus attack, prompting a police appeal for information.
Alice-Rose Batty and her dad Matt, 28, were reportedly heading back from the shops when they came across a group of teenagers in Barnsley, South Yorkshire, on Sunday afternoon.
The toddler reminded them they should be indoors because of the “nasty bug” when one of the gang is said to have spat into his hand and wiped it down her face, as well as firing abuse at the father and child.
The incident has reportedly left the littel girl scared the “nasty boys” might come back.
After reporting the matter to the police, officers visited the family’s home with an Easter egg and reassured the child they would patrol the area.
South Yorkshire Police have issued an appeal for help tracing those responsible. If you can help, call 101 quoting incident number 519 of 19 April.
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