A MAN was attacked from behind in an unprovoked assault as he walked with friends in Clitheroe.

The assault, which was allegedly carried out by a man who is believed to have been drunk, happened in Whalley Road on Tuesday evening.

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PC Tony Walsh said: “The victim was walking with friends when he was assaulted from the rear by a male who had just walked past in the opposite direction.

“The offender appeared to be drunk. The man was arrested a short time later after a further incident involving him.”

Any witnesses are asked to call police on 101, quoting crime number EG1602434.