Emergency services were called to an incident at Preston Docks where a teenage boy was found on the floor.

Taking place on Sunday (13 August) at the junction of Clyde Street and Watery Lane, the 13-year-old suffered minor injuries to his face.

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Preston Police attended the scene along with paramedics around 9pm.

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A 35-year-old man from Preston was arrested on suspicion of assault.

He has now been released pending further investigation.

A spokesperson for Lancashire Constabulary said: “We were called at 21:08 hours on Sunday 12 August to reports of an assault on Watery Lane, Preston.

“A 13-year-old boy suffered minor injuries to his face.

“A 35-year-old man from Preston was arrested on suspicion of assault and has been released under investigation.”

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101.