Leyland man in dock accused of biting his dad's head during attack

Jake Allen, 28, of Robin Hey, Leyland, allegedly caused actual bodily harm to Derek Allen in an incident on December 5 in Leyland.

During a hearing before Preston Magistrates' Court he entered a not guilty plea.

It is alleged the older man, who suffers with a kidney related illness, suffered injuries to his ribs, head cheek and lip.

The case was committed to Preston Crown Court where he will appear on January 7.

Allen was remanded in custody

(proceeding)