An ambulance worker is receiving hospital treatment after being "punched in the face and kicked on the floor" while treating a patient in Chorley.

It is understood that a teenager has been charged with assault and is set to appear in court later this month.

According to the North West Ambulance Service (NWAS), an emergency medical technician (EMT) suffered a “severe attack” which left their fellow crewmate unable to finish her shift.

Both are currently recovering at home.

A 17-year-old has been charged with assault and is due to appear in court on February 28.   

The NWAS acting sector manager Craig Davies said: “It’s awful that our staff experience attacks like this. As well as the physical harm, they leave long-lasting mental scars.

“We are supporting both women and are offering them some counselling.

“We’re pleased to hear the police have taken swift action, and we fully support prosecution.”

“We continue to support the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives’ campaign to highlight the violence and abuse ambulance service staff receive every day with the hope they can work without fear.”

Lancashire Police has been approached for comment.