CCTV image released following homophobic outburst

By Barrie Hudson - 29 September 2020

Crime

A man used homophobic language in a sports shop after being asked not to try on clothing.

  • The incident happened on Friday, 11 September

    The incident happened on Friday, 11 September

Swindon Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to speak to in connection with the incident at JD Sports in Canal Walk.

It happened at about 4.05pm on Friday, 11 September.

A police spokesperson said a man entered and was told by staff not to try on clothing in store due to the risk of coronavirus, and in an attempt to keep customers as safe as possible. 

The man ignored these requests and when asked again not to try the clothing on he became verbally abusive towards staff, using homophobic language and causing a staff member to fear that he might be physically assaulted. 

The staff member, the spokesperson said, was left feeling shaken and anxious as a result. 

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 and quote crime reference number 54200091537 or alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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