A 24-year-old man is fighting for his life after he was reportedly punched in an assault in Newcastle city centre.
Northumbria Police received a report that a man had been assaulted at around 12.20am on Sunday. It's believed the man was walking along Neville Street when he was approached by another male who then punched the victim to the face.
This caused the man to fall to the floor and hit his head and he was taken to hospital with a fractured skull. Police said his condition is currently described as critical but stable.
An investigation has since been launched and officers are now appealing for anyone with information to get in touch. A spokesperson for Northumbria Police said: "We are appealing for information following an assault in Newcastle.
"An investigation has now been launched and police are also keen to identify a man who was in the area at the time of the incident and may be able to assist officers with their investigation.
"The man is described as a white male, 6’ tall of medium build with black/dark brown hair fade and a full light brown/ginger beard. He was believed to be wearing a bright blue jumper, black skinny jeans and Tommy Mallett shoes.
"Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or use the ‘Tell Us Something’ page on our website quoting NP-20220515-0042."
