Appeal after racially aggravated incident in Exeter

Police are appealing for witnesses following a racially aggravated incident towards a member of staff at a takeaway in Exeter.

The incident took place on the 21st of December between 7-7:20pm at the KFC on Sidwell Street. It is alleged that a customer was racially abusive to a female member of staff.

A 35-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of using racially aggravating language that could cause alarm or distress, and has been bailed until the 24th of January pending further enquiries.

It is believed that there were a number of customers in the restaurant at the time of the incident and police would like to hear from them.

If you witnessed the incident, please contact 101 or email 101@dc.police.uk. quoting crime number CR/90646/16. You can also give information anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.