Police release update after man critically injured in violent assault in Beeston

Police have released an update after a man was critically injured after being struck over the head by three men in Beeston.
By Abbey Maclure
Published 16th Nov 2019, 15:02 BST
Updated 16th Nov 2019, 15:08 BST
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Officers were called to reports of a fight on Dewsbury Road, near Cross Flatts Park, at 9.54pm on Friday.

A 28-year-old man is believed to have been confronted by three men and struck over the head.

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He suffered serious injuries and was rushed to hospital for treatment.

A 28-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck over the head on Dewsbury Road (Photo: Google)A 28-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck over the head on Dewsbury Road (Photo: Google)
A 28-year-old man is in critical condition after being struck over the head on Dewsbury Road (Photo: Google)

A spokesperson for West Yorkshire Police has now confirmed that the man remains in hospital in a critical condition as of 3pm on Saturday.

A 40-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and remains in police custody.

Anyone with information on the incident should contact West Yorkshire Police on 101.