Police appeal for witnesses after Sheffield machete attack

A man in his 30s was taken to hospital following the assault

Police were called to Barry's Bar on London Road
Author: Matt SoanesPublished 28th Oct 2024

Police have launched an appeal for witnesses after a machete attack outside a bar in Sheffield.

Officers were called to the scene near Barry's Bar on London Road after 3:10am on October 20.

The victim was approached by a group of unknown men before being assaulted with a machete.

The 32 year old was taken to hospital. His wounds were not life threatening and he has since been discharged.

A 31-year-old man has been arrested and charged and will next appear at Sheffield Crown Court on November 20.

Officers are now trying to trace three potential witnesses - a man and two women - believed to be standing outside the bar at the time.

Several vehicles are also thought to have passed the scene.

Anyone with information is being urged to contact South Yorkshire Police on 101.

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