Gang of up to ten men attack two youths in Wellington

A gang of up to 10 men set upon two teenagers in an unprovoked attack in Wellington, during the early hours of the morning, police said today.

The 18 and 19-year-olds were assaulted shortly after they left the Station Hotel in Station Road between 2am and 2.30am yesterday.

Police said today the victims were "approached aggressively" by the group of unknown men.

One of the men asked the victims if they had a problem.

And, although they said they did not, without warning several of the unknown men began to punch and kick the victims.

Both the teenagers fell to the floor during the assault and although the men continued to kick them an unknown voice was heard to shout at the men and they then quickly fled the scene.

Chris Ammonds, Telford police spokesman said: "After the men were shouted at they quickly made off in the direction of WH Smith and were then not seen again by the victims.

"The victims are very shaken by this incident and both men suffered a number of cuts and bruises to their body and head as a result of the attack.

"However, thankfully neither of the men suffered any serious injuries during this incident.

"At the present time no detailed descriptions of the offenders are available although the victims believe that as many as 10 men may have been in the group that attacked them.

"The victims also state that the unknown man that initially approached them was of Asian origin.

"Anyone with information about this incident, or anyone who witnessed it, is asked to call police in Telford on 0300 333 3000 or leave a message on the Crimestoppers line anonymously on 0800 555111."