Policewoman injured in attack

A MAN has been arrested at Warrington after an attack on a policewoman which left her in hospital.
The attack took place in the early hours of the morning as police officers tried to control a disturbance in Longshaw Street, Warrington.
The woman officer attempted to restrain a man who kicked out at her, striking her on the knee and causing an injury which required hospital treatment.
A 23-year-old man was arrested at the scene and later bailed until August 26.
But police are trying to trace a second man who was seen running off in the direction of Molyneux Avenue.
He was about 5ft 10 inches tall, of stocky build and was in his mid-20s. He had closely cropped hair and had a small scar on his left cheek. He was wearing dark coloured shorts and a tracksuit top.
Anyone who witnessed the incident at about 12.30 am on Sunday, July 26 is asked to call DC Rob McLoughlin on 01244 613833 or contact the confidential Crimestoppers line on 0800 555 111.