Bristol teenager hospitalised after vicious attack in broad daylight

A Bristol teenager has been hospitalised after a vicious attack by a boy who demanded money.

The incident happened at around 2.30pm on Friday 22 March. The victim, a teenage boy, had been walking along Gatehouse Avenue, in Hartcliffe, when he was approached by another teenage boy.

The boy, thought to be around 15-16 years old, demanded money from the victim and then threw him to the floor. The victim sustained a broken elbow which required surgery to repair.

The suspect is described as white, approximately 5ft 6ins tall, of slim build, with short, strawberry blonde hair. He was wearing a black jumper with a grey image on the front, and grey jogging bottoms.

Police have appealed for witnesses and more information. Please contact 101 and quote reference 5224074377.