Man seriously injured in assault in Norton

It happened around 9.30pm on Saturday.

Author: Harry LongPublished 13th Sep 2021

A man's been seriously injured after an assault in Norton.

It happened around 9.30pm on Saturday - near the rear car park of The Union pub.

The man, in his 20s, suffered a serious head injury and was taken to hospital. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of wounding - and have been released on bail as enquiries continue.

In a statement, North Yorkshire Police said: "We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident – it is believed the victim had contact with several people in the pub.

"Anyone with information that could assist the investigation is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, quoting reference 12210200104, or email beverley.garbutt@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk."