Appeal after man seriously assaulted in Blackpool

Police are appealing for witnesses and footage after a man was assaulted in Blackpool and suffered serious injuries.

It happened on Tyldesley Road, at around 1am yesterday (July 28).

A man in his 50s suffered serious head injuries and was taken to hospital where he remains in a stable condition.

A spokesperson for Lancashire Police said: ‘’There will be an increased police presence in the area as officers investigate the assault and provide reassurance.

‘’If you witnessed the assault or were in Tyldesley Road around 1am, or you have dashcam footage from the area, please get in touch.

‘’Also, if you were in Happy Scot’s bar prior to 1am, we would like you to contact us.

‘’Please contact 101, quoting log 0103 of 28th July 2024.’’

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