Suspect bailed after serious assault leaves victim with ‘serious head injuries’ in Rishton

By Sean Gleaves

Published 20th Jun 2023, 13:24 BST

Updated 20th Jun 2023, 13:31 BST

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A suspect has been bailed after a man was left with “serious injuries” following an assault in Rishton.

The assault occurred on George Street, near to the Roebuck pub, in the early hours of Saturday morning (June 17).

A 28-year-old man suffered “serious head injuries” and was taken to hospital for treatment.

He remained in hospital on Tuesday (June 20).

A man suffered "serious injuries" during an attack on George Street, near to the Roebuck pub (Credit: Google)

A man suffered "serious injuries" during an attack on George Street, near to the Roebuck pub (Credit: Google)

A 38-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of Section 18 grievous bodily harm.

He was later released on bail.

A 35-year-old man who was arrested earlier in the investigation has been released with no further action.

Anyone with information should contact 101, quoting 0573 of June 17, 2023