Two men charged with Blackpool assault

A man in his 50s was left with significant head injuries

Author: Louisa KingPublished 10th Jun 2024

Two men have been charged following an assault that left a man in critical condition.

Alan Forsythe, 36 , of Armistead Court, Fleetwood, was charged with assault causing grievous bodily harm with intent. He appeared at Lancaster Magistrates Court and was remanded into custody.

Patrick Joyce, 39, of Doncaster Road, Blackpool was charged with affray and section 47 assault. He was remanded to appear before Lancaster Magistrates Court today.

Police were called at 4:25am on June 8 to a report of a serious assault near to Walkabout on Queen Street in Blackpool.

A man in his 50s was taken to hospital with significant head injuries, where he remains.

Lancashire Police are continuing to appeal for information and witnesses to assist our enquiries.

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