Appeal for information following a report of hate crime in Gateshead

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Officers investigating a hate crime in Gateshead have released an image of a man they would like to identify.

At around 3.30pm on Tuesday, February 25, it was reported that a man used his shoulder to barge past the victim before spitting on the floor next to them.

It was then reported at around 4pm on Wednesday, March 12, the same man shoulder barged into the victim again and verbally abused her by making racist comments.

Both incidents happened on Durham Road in Low Fell.

The victim was left distressed by the incidents and contacted police.

Multiple lines of enquiry have been carried out since the report was first made, and today (Tuesday) as part of the investigation, officers have released an image of a man they would like to speak to. 

He was believed to be in the area at the time of the incident and may have information that could assist the investigation.

The man, or anyone who knows him, should send a direct message to Northumbria Police on social media or use the live chat or report form functions on the Force’s website.

For those unable to contact the Force in these ways, call 101. Please quote reference number: 030315A/25

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