Police appeal for information following serious assault in Salford in May

Sometime between the hours of 2am-4am on Sunday 27 May 2021, a man in his 80s was assaulted causing him to fall and hit his head.

This occurred behind the shops on Langworthy Road, close to Amos Street in Salford.

The victim suffered serious injuries and was taken to hospital. He has not yet regained full consciousness.

Detective Constable Mike Tyler, of Salford CID said, "This was a serious, unprovoked attack on a vulnerable 81 year old man.  He has been in hospital since this assault and may not fully recover. 

"We are keen to speak to the males that were spotted at the scene, as we believe that they could help us to identify the offender.

"If this is you, then please get in touch as any information no matter how insignificant you believe it may be, could help us bring the offender to justice."

Anyone who witnessed this incident, or anyone who may have information is asked to call Salford CID on 0161 856 5194, quoting incident number 658 of 27 May 2021.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.