Man seriously injured after disorder breaks out in Black Country
Police were called to Hawes Lane in Rowley Regis just before 8pm on Saturday (June 14) following reports of trouble.
A man was assaulted and sustained serious facial injuries.
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He was taken to hospital and the scene was cordoned off by officers.
Police are trawling CCTV and have been speaking to witnesses.
Anyone who saw the incident is asked to contact them.
WMP said: "We were called just before 8pm last night (14 Jun) to Hawes Lane, Rowley Regis to reports of disorder.
"A man was assaulted and taken to hospital with serious facial injuries.
"We are reviewing CCTV footage and speaking to witnesses.
"Anyone with any information is asked to call 101 quoting 20/274273/25."
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