A 14-year-old boy has been left with life-changing injuries after being attacked for confronting a man urinating in the street in Bradford.
The incident happened between 8.30am and 8.45am on October 22, at the rear of Kensington Street near the junction with Willow Street.
West Yorkshire Police said the teenager saw the man urinating in the street and challenged him about what he was doing before he was attacked.
Emergency Surgery and Ongoing Treatment
The boy was taken to hospital, where he needed emergency surgery for serious facial injuries and will continue to receive treatment.
Police have launched extensive enquiries to trace the suspect, who has been described as a "tall, fat, bald man with a beard".
Police Appeal for Information
Detectives are urging anyone who witnessed the incident, saw any suspicious activity in the area or has information that could assist the investigation to come forward.
Detective Constable Jenny Farrell of Bradford CID said: "This was a particularly violent attack by an adult on a vulnerable 14-year-old boy which has caused him severe injuries.
"We'd like to hear from anyone who lives in the area who may have CCTV footage or information that will help identify the person involved."
Anyone with information is asked to contact West Yorkshire Police by calling 101 or reporting online, quoting 13260601418. Alternatively, information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
