Appeal launched to find man who may have witnessed an assault in Brierfield

Officers investigating an assault in Brierfield town centre would like to speak to a man they believe may have witnessed the incident.
By Sean Gleaves
Published 10th Feb 2020, 16:28 BST
Updated 10th Feb 2020, 16:30 BST
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A man was assaulted close to Brierfield Community Centre, on Colne Road at around 4pm on January 9.

Two men have been arrested in connection with the incident and released on bail pending further enquires.

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Officers investigating the incident would like to speak to a man they believe may have witnessed the assault.

Police would like to speak to theman pictured as they believe he may be able to assist with their enquires. (Credit: Lancashire Police)Police would like to speak to theman pictured as they believe he may be able to assist with their enquires. (Credit: Lancashire Police)
Police would like to speak to theman pictured as they believe he may be able to assist with their enquires. (Credit: Lancashire Police)

A spokesperson for Lancashire Police said: "The potential witness can be seen boarding a bus near the library shortly after the incident and police believe he may be able to assist with their enquires."

Anyone with information is asked to contact 101 or email [email protected] quoting log number 1021 of January 9.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111.