A 16-YEAR-OLD boy was punched several times in Churchill Gardens, Salisbury.

Police say the assault happened near the skatepark between 10am and 10.30am today (Friday, July 20).

A police spokesman said: "The victim was punched several times resulting in an injury to his face. He was understandably distressed and upset by the incident."

The male suspect is described as white, aged 16 to 17 years old and was wearing a grey jumper, black trousers and white trainers.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Gabriella Gilchrist on 101 and quoting reference 67412.