POLICE are appealing for information after a man was assaulted in Sacriston.
The incident happened at some point between 5.30pm and 6.50pm on Monday, January 16 behind Graham Court.
Afterwards, the attacker ran through Fynway and into a nearby housing estate. The suspect is described as being around 5ft 6ins tall, of slim to medium build and wearing black trousers and a black hooded coat.
- Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call PC Martin at Durham Police on 101.
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