A MAN was left with a fractured jaw after being attacked by a group of men with knuckledusters. 

The victim, a 19-year-old Nelson man, had been in Victoria Park in Barrowford with a friend when they were confronted by a group of 30-35 Asian men. 

The victim was hit repeatedly with knuckledusters causing him facial injuries which required surgery.

The attack took place on the edge of the park on Carr Road between 4.30pm and 6pm on October 14 and police are now appealing for information.

DC Hazel Richardson from East CID said: “This young man was assaulted after trying to pull his friend back as he was being dragged by some members of this gang.

“This was a particularly large group of Asian men and so someone must have seen something. If you know anything that you think could help, please get in touch with us.”

You can call 01254 353864 or if you fail to get an answer, 101, quoting incident reference 1054 of October 16th.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org.