Arrest after man seriously hurt in village assault

A man has been arrested after a serious assault outside a village pub.

Nottinghamshire Police said a man in his 60s was taken to hospital where he remained after being punched in the head at about 01:25 GMT on Sunday, near the Hammer and Wedge Club, in East Lane, Edwinstowe.

A 36-year-old man had been arrested on suspicion of committing grievous bodily harm with intent and was being questioned in custody, detectives said.

A spokesperson for the force added inquiries were continuing and police patrols had increased in the area.

Anyone with information about the attack has been urged to call the police.

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