POLICE are appealing for witnesses and information after a report of an assault on a child in Goonhavern.

An elderly male allegedly swore at the child before pinning him down by the neck in Goonhavern Park on Bridge Road on Sunday, June 8 between 10.30am and 10.45am. The child is believed to be around eight-years-old.

A spokesperson for Devon and Cornwall Police said: “It was reported an elderly male suspect swore at a child before pinning him down by the neck in Goonhavern Park.

“When the suspect was asked what he was doing, he said that he was restraining the child.

“The suspect and the victim then left the scene together in a red vehicle. They have not yet been identified.”

Anybody who witnessed the incident or who has relevant footage is asked to call 101 or visit the Devon and Cornwall Police website quoting 50250144837