POLICE are appealing for information after a man was seriously assaulted in Kirklees.

It is thought to have happened at about 11.50pm yesterday (Saturday) in Thornton Lodge Road, Huddersfield.

Officers attended following a report of a stabbing and found a 17-year-old male with a serious injury.

He was taken to hospital for further treatment to a stab wound. His injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

Detective Inspector James Bellhouse, of Kirklees District CID, said:

“While some people were arrested in relation to disorder which happened while police were in attendance, we are keen to speak to anyone who saw, or who has footage of the assault.

“A scene remains in place today for forensic examination and this is preventing access to Thornton Lodge Road. We are aware this is causing some local disruption and will reduce the cordon when we are able to.

“Incidents of this nature are taken seriously and there are local officers in the area today to provide reassurance to anyone with concerns.”

Anyone with information that will assist this investigation is asked to contact Kirklees District CID on 101, or by using the LiveChat on the West Yorkshire Police website, quoting log reference 2037 of 2 July.

Information can also be provided anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111 or online.