Police are investigating the assault of a 13-year-old boy who was kicked in the leg by an man in Whitehaven.

The incident occurred around 5.40pm yesterday on New Road. The boy didn't receive any injuries.

The offender is described as a white male, around 25 years old, approx. 6'3, short blonde hair, medium build, and with a tattoo on the back of one hand.

He was wearing a blue Nike t-shirt, blue shorts and brown shoes.

Anyone with information should call PC 2248 Lazurek on 101 or call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.