Man critical after attack in Hull park

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Park off Vane Street, Hull
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The man was attacked in a park off Vane Street, Hull

A 53-year-old man has been left critically ill in hospital with a head injury following an attack in a Hull park, police said.

The incident happened on Vane Street at about 19:45 BST on Monday, Humberside Police said.

A 31-year-old man was also assaulted in the incident and received injuries not thought to be serious, officers said.

A police cordon remains in place at the park and officers have appealed for witnesses to get in touch.

Det Insp Amy Keane-Christie said local residents could "expect to see an increased police presence over the coming days" while an investigation took place.

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