Man taken to hospital after being hit with a metal bar in Northampton

Carly Odell
By Carly Odell
Published 13th Jan 2023, 15:56 BST
Updated 13th Jan 2023, 15:56 BST
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He sustained serious injuries, but his condition is not believed to be life-threatening

A man was taken to hospital after he was hit with a metal bar in Northampton.

The incident happened on Friday, January 13, just before 1am in Shakespeare Road. Residents have said there has been a large police presence in place in the area all day.

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A Northamptonshire Police spokeswoman said: “A man was assaulted by a group of males who hit him with a metal bar.

Northamptonshire Police is appealing for witnesses.Northamptonshire Police is appealing for witnesses.
Northamptonshire Police is appealing for witnesses.

“He was taken to hospital with serious injuries however his condition is thankfully not believed to be life-threatening.”

Police officers are now appealing for witnesses. Anyone with any information should contact Northamptonshire Police on 101, quoting incident number: 23000024300.