Man in hospital after park machete attack

The victim was hit in the face by a machete after he was approached by two men, said police
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A man was taken to hospital with serious injuries after being struck in the face with a machete at a park.
The victim, in his 20s, was hurt after he was approached by two men in Victoria Park in Tipton at 20:30 BST on Saturday, said West Midlands Police.
The force said officers remained in the area on Monday.
"We're carrying out extensive inquiries," a spokesperson said.
"We understand this is a worrying incident and we would urge anyone with concerns to speak to officers.
"If you saw what happened or have any information which could help our investigation, please call us."
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