POLICE are appealing for information after a man was assaulted in what is believed to be an attempted robbery in Bradford.

Three suspects forced their way into a house in Pelham Road, Idle and attacked a man in his fifties, leaving him with serious injuries.

Enquiries are ongoing into the incident, but it is not believed that anything was taken by the attackers, who were reported to be carrying bats and bars.

The incident took place yesterday at 6.30pm.

Bradford District CID would like to hear from anyone who may have information that may assist their investigation and can be contacted on 101 or by using the contact options on the West Yorkshire Police website.

The crime reference is 13210093831.

Information can also be reported anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers.