A suspected burglar has been badly hurt in a fall in Huddersfield.

The Clayton West man broke both legs when he fell from scaffolding in the early hours of the morning during what police believe was an attempted burglary.

The incident happened at The Royds, Clayton West when the man was found this morning lying by the scaffolding.

He was taken by ambulance to Leeds General Infirmary.

Police are linking the incident to thefts from sheds in the area.

Anyone with information should contact police on 101.