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A man was taken to hospital after an assault – where he was hit with a metal pole and punched in the face.

The incident occurred on Randolph Road in Derby, at around 8.30pm on Sunday, January 14.

The victim, a man in his 40s, was punched in the face by a man who then hit him on the head with a metal pole. The victim suffered swelling and cuts to his head and was taken to hospital for treatment. His injuries are not thought to be life-changing or life-threatening.

The suspect is described as being around 6ft tall and of a skinny build. He is thought to be in his mid 20s and was wearing glasses and a long sleeved top.

Officers have called for anyone with information on the assault to come forward.

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If you have any information, contact Derbyshire Police using any of the below methods, quoting reference number 24*028350:

Facebook – send a private message to /DerbyshireConstabulary

Twitter – direct message the force’s contact centre on @DerPolContact

Website – complete the online contact form

Phone – call 101

You can also anonymously contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Derbyshire man hospitalised after being punched in face and hit in head with metal pole during attack