The victim was walking near to the playground area in Avenham Park when he was attacked
A gang of 'three our four males' approached the victim, in his 50s, who was walking near to the playground area in Avenham Park in Preston. Lancashire Constabulary said the offenders stole his mobile phone and 'slashed him with a blade'.
The incident happened at around 7am on Monday . The man was treated in hospital for his injuries which aren't thought to be life-threatening.Officers are now appealing for witnesses and information. No further descriptions of the offenders has been released. A force spokesperson said: "We want to hear from anyone who was in Avenham Park and the surrounding areas at around 7am on Monday morning. Did you witness anyone acting suspiciously in the area?
"If you can help, contact police on 101, quoting the log number 1207 of the 14th November 2022 or email [email protected]."
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