A man was assaulted and threatened as he walked his children to school.

The victim was walking in Market Street between 7.40am and 7.50am on Monday, January 18.

As he made his way along the street, between Cassio Road and Exchange Road, he was followed by a man who reportedly made threats and assaulted him.

Police are appealing for any witnesses to come forward. Anyone with information should call Hertfordshire Constabulary’s non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference C1/16/302.

  • A 20-year old-man from Watford, who has been arrested on suspicion of assault and making threats to kill, has been bailed until March 6.