Man fighting for his life after street brawl in ‘hipster’ Yorkshire town

A man suffered serious head injuries and is fighting for his life after a brawl broke out on Hebden Bridge on Saturday night.

West Yorkshire Police were called to Crown Street at 8.57pm last night (July 27) following reports of a fight in progress between two men.

The police and the ambulance went to the scene and found a 50-year-old man unconscious. The victim was taken to hospital with serious head injuries, which are believed to be life-threatening.

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The suspect fled the scene. Police have since arrested a 30-year-old man and investigations are ongoing.

Hebden Bridge is known for its ‘hipster’ vibes, with individual shops and a ‘goodness’ ethos that is promoted across the town and the Calder Valley. Violence in the city is low compared to neighboring cities such as Halifax and Huddersfield.

A West Yorkshire Police spokesman said: “Police are investigating following a serious assault in Hebden Bridge on Saturday evening. Officers were called at 8.57pm on July 27 to reports of a fight in progress between two men on Crown Street.

“Police and ambulance attended the scene and found a 50-year-old man unconscious. The suspect fled the scene. The victim was taken to hospital with serious head injuries, which are believed to be life-threatening.

“Officers have arrested a man in his 30s in connection with the incident and inquiries are continuing. If anyone witnessed the incident, has any other information or video footage, they are urged to contact police on 101 quoting crime reference number 13240407187. Information can also be passed to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”

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