A man has been charged after two Police Community Support Officers (PSCOs) were assaulted in Dewsbury.
The incident happened at the Dewsbury Retail Park, outside Mecca Bingo, on Saturday 18 November. Two female PCSOs approached the suspect, who was wanted for a number of offences. He became aggressive and proceeded to punch and kick the officers.
The PCSOs had to call for additional support from colleagues and the suspect was arrested. Both PCSOs sustained injuries requiring medical treatment.
Daniel Smith, aged 26, of Emblem Terrace, Wakefield, was wanted for a number of thefts in the Kirklees area.
He has now been charged with five thefts and two assaults on PCSOs whilst on duty.
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