Rothwell attack leaves man with head injuries

He's since been discharged from hospital

A man was taken to hospital with head injuries after he was punched in Rothwell.

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Police are investigating.

The victim, aged 19, was punched during the assault near Market Hill just after midnight on June 13 (Sunday).

A police spokesman said he was taken to hospital but has since been discharged and is making a recovery.

The spokesman said: "Enquiries are ongoing and anyone with info should contact us quoting ref 21000327056."

Anyone with information should call police on 101.

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