A 19-year-old had to be taken to hospital following an assault this afternoon. 

Police were called to Leylands Lane, Heaton, at around 4.20pm following a report of an assault where a male was believed to have been badly injured.

A spokesperson said: "A 19-year-old man was found with a head injury and was taken to hospital for further treatment. His injuries are not believed to be life threatening.

"A scene remains in place while officers continue to make enquiries into this incident.

"Leylands Lane is currently closed and motorists are asked to find alternative routes at this time."