Investigation after serious assault in Nantwich

The victim suffered serious head injuries in the attack

Author: Adam FawcettPublished 10th Jun 2024

An investigation has been launched after a man was seriously assaulted in Nantwich.

Police were called to the junction of Swine Market and Waterlode after reports a man had suffered serious head injuries.

It's thought the 31-year-old, from Oldham, suffered an injury to his face and then banged his head on the floor.

Police are now investigating, and say they want anyone who saw anything to contact them.

DS Kate Palin, from Cheshire Police, said: “I would like to reassure residents that this appears to be an isolated incident and we are determined to establish the identity of the man responsible for the assault.

“As part of our enquiries we want to hear from anyone who was in the area that night and believes they may have seen something relevant to our investigation."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Cheshrie Police on 101.

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