Dog walker in 'serious condition' after being attacked in Withy Grove Park
The man was reportedly punched in the back of the head by another dog walker...
A man is reportedly in a 'serious condition' in hospital after being attacked while walking his dog.
The man, aged in his 60s, was punched in the back of his head by another dog walker in Withy Grove Park, Bamber Bridge, at around 1.30pm yesterday (Thursday, June 4).
The incident was reported to Lancashire Police and an appeal on behalf of the victim was later shared by a member of the public on a local Facebook group.
The man - who is said to have recently undergone brain surgery - reportedly declined medical assistance but later became unwell. The Facebook post said he is now in a ‘serious condition’ in hospital.
His attacker is described as being in his late 50s, wearing a calf-length green Army parka coat and walking two dogs, a black whippet and a small black terrier.
Police statement
A police spokesperson said: “We were called at 1.53pm yesterday to Withy Grove Play Park, Brindle Road, Bamber Bridge, to a report of assault.
“It was reported that a man in his 60s had been punched while walking in the park.
“Enquiries are ongoing. Anyone with information, please contact 101 – log 0744 of June 4.”