Lancashire Police appeal after man stabbed with needle in Blackpool promenade assault

Police are appealing for help to identify a man as part of an investigation into an assault on Blackpool’s Queens Promenade.

Lancashire Police received a report at around 8.55pm on 24 August concerning an assault in the Queens Promenade area.

A man was reportedly assaulted, resulting in a needle becoming embedded in his hand. He was taken to hospital for treatment and has since been discharged.

Officers have been carrying out enquiries since the report was received and are now asking the public for assistance in identifying a man pictured in connection with their investigation.

Police acknowledged that the image is not of the highest quality but said they are hoping someone may recognise the man.

Anyone who recognises him, or who has information or footage that could assist the investigation, is asked to contact police on 101, quoting log 1305 of 24 August.