Police were called to The Town in Worcester city centre last night (Tuesday) when a gang of youths allegedly attacked and harassed staff for refusing to sell them vapes. RETAIL staff were slapped, punched and "racially" abused in a "deeply upsetting" four hour ordeal at The Town. During the ordeal, staff were verbally abused and physically assaulted, and Mr Khan said the group appeared to be intent on getting behind the counter to "assault staff and steal". Dildar Khan, owner of The Town and The Town Fried Chicken on The Cross, said staff and customers have faced abuse from teenagers. "Our Worcester BID Welfare Team responded promptly to support the staff at The Town, helping to manage the situation and provide reassurance," she said.