A second arrest has been made after a man was assaulted and left with serious head injuries in Rishton.

The incident happened in the early hours of Saturday morning (June 17), on George Street, near The Roebuck pub.

A man in his 20s remains in hospital.

Today (June 19), police arrested a 39-year-old man on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent. He is currently in custody.

In an update, a 35 year-old man who was arrested earlier in the enquiry has been eliminated from police enquiries.

Det Sgt Craig Atkinson, of Lancashire Police, said: “The investigation into this assault is ongoing and we continue to ask for witnesses to come forward and those who might have information.

“The victim remains in hospital in a poorly condition and we want to thank the public for their kind words and messages wishing him the quickest possible recovery.”

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to call 101, quoting log 0573 of June 17.