Police release CCTV of a man they want to trace after a child was verbally abused and attacked at a playground

Published 29 October 2026, 14:31

• Youngster was verbally abused then attacked at Inham Nook Recreation Ground in Chilwell, Nottinghamshire, moments after playfighting with another child
• Speaking on behalf of the Broxtowe neighbourhood policing team, Inspector Usha Madaraa stated: 'There is absolutely no place whatsoever for behaviour of this kind'
• Grainy image is 'not the best quality', the inspector admits, but she hopes someone recognises the man's clothing

Nottinghamshire Police have released a CCTV image of a man they want to trace after a child was verbally abused and physically assaulted at a playground in Chilwell on 14 October.

The attack happened at Inham Nook Recreation Ground moments after the child had been playfighting with another child.

Speaking on behalf of the Broxtowe neighbourhood policing team, Inspector Usha Madaraa stated: "There is absolutely no place whatsoever for behaviour of this kind in our communities."

She acknowledged the image was poor quality but added: "We are hopeful someone may recognise the man from his clothing."

Anyone with information should call 101, quoting crime number 26*640099.