POLICE are appealing for witnesses after an assault took place in Melksham.

At around 5pm on September 23, a group of three women in the High Street were approached by a group of four teenagers near to the Kings Arms.

One of the teenagers, a male believed to be aged between 16 and 17 years old, assaulted one of the women by slapping her across the face - the group then ran off laughing.

The victim who is aged in her 40s was not injured but was left shaken as a result.

Police would like to hear from anyone who was in the area of the High Street around 5pm on Friday and may have witnessed the incident, or who may have information which could help our investigation.

Anyone with information should call 101, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.