Man is attacked for truck

A MAN was viciously attacked by three thieves as he tried to stop them stealing his pickup truck.

The 34-year-old was set upon and left with a fractured skull and broken fingers.

Detectives in Rochdale have launched a major investigation after the attack on Albion Road at around 6.25pm last Wednesday. Anyone with information should call police on 0161 856 8441 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.