An 18-year-old boy suffered second-degree after a firework was launched at him through a car window on Halloween.

The teenager was walking on Park Street in Aylesbury between 9pm and 9:30 pm when a black car pulled up alongside him and set off a firework in his direction.

He suffered second-degree burns to his hands that required hospital treatment.

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Thames Valley Police have described the men in the car as black men.

Investigating officer, PC Ed Fabre, based at Aylesbury police station, said: “I am appealing for anyone who witnessed this incident to please come forward.

“I’d also ask motorists who were in the local area around the time of this incident to please check any dash-cam footage in case it has captured something that could assist the investigation.

“Anyone with information can contact police by calling 101 or making a report online quoting reference 43210492398.

“Alternatively, if you wish to remain anonymous you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

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