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Man seriously injured in Telford Nightclub attack

By Shropshire Live20 April 2012
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A man has suffered serious injuries following an attack in a Telford nightclub early this morning.

Man seriously injured in Telford Nightclub attack

The 26 year-old man was taken to the Princess Royal Hospital with a serious neck injury and severe cuts to his face following an incident at Pussy Cats in Tan Bank in Wellington at around 2.40am.

The man, who was visiting the club with friends, was hit over the head with a bottle several times and punched.

Police are investigating the incident and are eager to speak to other people visiting the club in the early hours of today.

A Telford Police spokeswoman said: "A number of people were in the club and saw what happened. We really need to speak to these individuals and would urge them to come forward.

"The incident happened by the bar by the dance floor. If you were in the club at the time then please come forward.

"The victim suffered serious injuries and is expected to remain in hospital for at least a few more days."

The offender is described as a white male, around 6ft 5ins tall, of medium build with short cropped hair. He is described as aged in his mid to late twenties and was wearing a dark blue jumper and dark coloured trousers.

Anyone with information should contact Telford Police on 101.

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