Last updated at 11:25, Thursday, 30 December 2010

A man had to be treated in hospital after he was attacked in a Workington street.

The 24-year-old suffered injuries to his face and body after being attacked in Jane Street during the early hours of Wednesday.

Police said he was set upon by another man in the alleyway between the British Legion Club and Sadie’s Takeaway.

Officers believe the attacker had insulted him earlier near the taxi rank in Washington Street.

That man was described as being white, aged between 20 and 25, 5ft 8ins tall with short, dark hair and of muscular build. He was wearing a dark, long-sleeved top, dark jeans and shoes.

Anyone with information that could help the investigation should contact PC Andrew Blainey on 0845 3300247. Details can also be left anonymously with Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

First published at 09:22, Thursday, 30 December 2010
Published by http://www.newsandstar.co.uk