Appeal for information following serious assault in Long Eaton

Officers are appealing for information following a serious assault in Long Eaton.

The incident took place at 5.20pm on the canal path off Bennett Street with the victim of the incident taken to hospital by ambulance with serious injuries.

Residents will see an increased police presence this evening as enquiries continue and a number of roads are closed in the area.

We would urge anyone who was in the area at the time, or has any information about the incident, to contact Derbyshire police on 101 with reference 961-040620.