POLICE are appealing for information after a man was seriously assaulted in Burnley.
Officers were called around 6am on November 10 following reports of a fight involving a number of people in Hammerton Street.
A 33-year-old man was found at the scene unconscious but it is believed he had been attacked by another man and kicked in the head.
The victim suffered facial injuries and a bleed on the brain. He was taken to Royal Blackburn Hospital for treatment.
Following CCTV enquiries, police would like to speak to this man, pictured, in connection with the investigation.
Sgt Gary Hennighan, of Burnley Police, said: “We are investigating an assault in Burnley which has left a man with serious injuries in hospital.
“Following a review of CCTV footage, we would like to speak to this man as part of our enquiries.
“If you recognise him, please contact police immediately.”
Anyone with information can call police on 101 quoting crime reference EF1712952.
Alternatively the independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111 or online at Crimestoppers-uk.org
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