Shop worker allegedly racially abused at ASDA in Hemel Hempstead

A staff member was reportedly racially abused during an incident reported at a supermarket in Hemel Hempstead.

At around 8.30am inside the Asda store on Hillfield Road a staff member was allegedly racially abused.

A man has been arrested in connection with the incident at this ASDA store in Hemel Hempsteadplaceholder image
A man has been arrested in connection with the incident at this ASDA store in Hemel Hempstead

It is reported that a man threatened a staff member before using racially aggravated language. Hertfordshire Constabulary confirmed that a man in his 20s was arrested in relation to the incident. It has also been confirmed that the man has been released on bail while an investigation is ongoing.

DC Martin Hill, who is investigating, said: “We are continuing enquiries and would like to speak to anyone who may have seen the incident take place or were in the area at the time. Any information could assist us.”

“If you witnessed the incident, or have any details, please contact me via email at [email protected].”

Information can also be reported to the police force online, via its web chat service, or by calling the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference 41/116250/25.

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