15/05/2015

Man Dies Following Street Attack In Huddersfield

A man has died after he was attacked in a street in Huddersfield.

The victim, aged 69, is understood to have suffered head injuries in the incident.

West Yorkshire Police said the man was assaulted near the KFC restaurant on New Street at around 11.12pm on Wednesday night. He was taken to leeds General Infirmary, but on Thursday afternoon he passed away from his injuries. A post-mortem examination is due to be carried out.

Two local men, aged 23 and 30, have been arrested on suspicion of murder and remain in custody for questioning, police added.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information, is asked to contact police via 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

(JP)

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