Man wanted after assault in Ribbleton leaves victim in hospital with head injuries

A man is wanted by police after an assault in Ribbleton left a victim with head injuries.

Police were called to reports of a disturbance on Burnslack Road at around 9.10pm on Sunday.

A man in his 20s suffered head injuries. He remained in hospital for treatment on Thursday.

John Tait, 43, of Browsholme Avenue, Preston, and a 14-year-old boy were later charged with Section 18 grievous bodily harm with intent.

John Tait was remanded to appear before Preston Magistrates Court on Thursday, and the 14-year-old was remanded to appear at Preston Youth Court.

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Officers also launched a public appeal to find Jordan Tait, 25, who they wanted to speak to as part of their investigation.

Tait is described as 6ft tall, with dark brown straight hair

A spokesman for Lancashire Police said: “We ask you not to approach Jordan Tait but to report any sightings of him or information as to where he might be by contacting 101 – quoting log 0408 of May 6, 2024.”

Information can also be reported online at https://doitonline.lancashire.police.uk/.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously on 0800 555 111/