Coalville: Unconscious man found in street triggers fight probe

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A man in his 30s was taken to hospital

Police are investigating a fight after a man was found unconscious in the street.

Officers were called to Needhams Walk in Coalville, Leicestershire, between 02:00 and 02:30 GMT on Sunday.

The man, in his 30s, was taken to hospital where it was established he had suffered a fractured skull and bleed on the brain.

Police have arrested a man, 28, who remains in custody and a woman, 35, who has been bailed.

PC Tizzie Greene said: "As part of our investigation, we know that a fight took place in the area prior to the man being found injured in Needhams Walk.

"While this incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, I believe there were a number of people around who will have seen what happened.

"I am particularly keen to speak to anyone who filmed it or saw who was involved."

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