Witness appeal after Hatfield affray

Dear Resident,

Police are appealing for witnesses and information after an affray in Hatfield.

At around 6pm on Saturday 13 June, officers who were out on patrol were flagged down by a family on Cornerfield. It was reported that a man had been walking along the street with a weapon. No injuries have been reported.

Yesterday (Tuesday 16 June), a 33-year-old man from Hatfield was arrested on suspicion of affray, possession of a Class A drug, and possession of an offensive weapon. He has been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Detective Constable Tyler Smith, from the Case Investigation Team, said: “Our investigation is ongoing and I am appealing for anyone with information to please come forward.

“If you saw what happened, or have any details that may help our enquiries, please email me via Tyler.Smith@herts.police.uk.”

You can also report information online, speak to an operator in our Force Communications Room via our online web chat or call the non-emergency number 101, quoting 41/56017/26.

Alternatively, you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or via their untraceable online form.