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Vicious attack on man broke bones

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AMAN was viciously attacked while walking with his girlfriend in Ormskirk, leaving him with a broken nose, broken cheekbone and fractured eye socket.

Police are appealing for informatio­n after the 22-year-old was attacked in the car park opposite Ormskirk Civic Hall at the junction of Hants Lane, Southport Road and Green Lane.

The victim was walking with his girlfriend at around 8am on May 14, when two men got out of a car and approached them.

The men then started a “nasty assault” on the victim.

He was taken to hospital for surgery and is now recovering at home.

Lancashire Police are now appealing for informatio­n about the incident and would like to speak to anyone who saw what happened, or knows who may be responsibl­e.

DS Andy Langton, of Skelmersda­le Police, said: “This was a nasty and unprovoked attack and we are determined to find the people responsibl­e.

“If you were in the area at the time and saw the incident or saw anything which seemed suspicious, we would like to hear from you as soon as possible.

“Similarly, if you know who the offenders may be or have heard anyone talking about this attack since, please let us know.”

Both offenders are described as white men, around 5ft 11ins tall.

One is further described as aged around 40, of large build and with short hair.

He wore a white top and spoke with a Liverpool accent.

The second offender is described as tanned, slightly younger than the first offender, of stocky build, with short, dark hair.

He was wearing a t-shirt and shorts.

Anybody with informatio­n is asked to contact police on 101, quoting log number 1260 of May 14.

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Scene of the assault – the car park opposite the Civic Hall
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