Police photo appeal after serious assault at Pontefract pub

Search for suspect after assault at Pontefract pub

Detectives are appealing for the public's help to identify a man they wish to speak with following an assault at a Pontefract pub.

The incident occurred at the Malt Shovel at around 1.50am on Saturday, November 7.

An unknown suspect punched a man in his twenties who has been left with serious injuries.

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The suspect is described as a white man of average build, around 5ft 10ins to 6ft.

If you can assist with identifying this man, then please contact police via: www.westyorkshire.police.uk/LiveChat quoting reference 13260633308.

Information can also be reported anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111

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