A 16-YEAR-OLD girl was punched in the face by a man when she refused to hand over her valuables while out riding her horse.

The girl was riding on the Trans-Pennine Trail near Lang Avenue, Lundwood, on February 12 when she was confronted by the man who took the reigns of the horse.

When she refused to hand over her valuables, he punched her in the face.

Police have now released this e-fit in a bid to trace her attacker.

Anyone who recognises the man should call South Yorkshire Police on 101 quoting crime number B/14039/15 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.