A BOY was attacked in Dalton.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the attempted robbery near a playground in Cow Heys. It happened on Thursday, September 15, at about 4.45pm.

The 16-year-old was grabbed from behind and fell before being assaulted. The victim was left with a minor injury to his head.

Both suspects are described as white, aged about 16, 5ft 8 with local accents. One had a grey hooded top and a blue and white spotted bandana covering his face. The second was wearing a white hoodie with the hood up with a blue and black bandana.

Witnesses contact DC Divek Ubhi at Huddersfield CID on 01484 436665.