Pontefract assault: West Yorkshire Police issue appeal after man attacked outside The Red Lion pub
An appeal has been issued after a man was attacked outside of a pub in Pontefract this morning.
Yorkshire Ambulance Service called police at 2:07am today (Saturday) to report that a man was being taken to hospital with injuries after a reported assault.
A West Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “From initial enquiries, it is understood that the assault took place at around 1:45am. The victim was stood outside the Red Lion pub on Market Place, Pontefract, when he was approached by three men and assaulted.
“A scene is in place in Pontefract town centre as part of ongoing enquiries into this incident.
“The injured man is receiving treatment for head and facial injuries. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.”
Any witnesses are asked to contact Wakefield District CID via Live Chat online or by calling 101, quoting log 132 of 16 November. Information can also be provided anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.