POLICE are appealing for information after a taxi driver was assaulted in Birstall.

The 47-year-old from Staincliffe was left with knee injuries following the attack which took place on Rochester Road at 11.30pm on Saturday.

Three local men, aged 17, 20 and 24 have been arrested in connection with the attack.

Police are appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time and may have seen something to contact Huddersfield CID on 01484 436685 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.