Man ‘hacked by machete’ in horror attack by group in Swindon

A man was reportedly hacked with a machete in an attack outside a pub in Swindon on Friday (28 April).

Police are appealing for witnesses to the incident, which happened outside The Deers Leap Pub in Penhill Drive.

Around 11.30pm, a group of men were approached by another group, reportedly carrying knives and wearing balaclavas.

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A man, aged in his 20s, suffered a large wound — believed to be a knife injury — to his leg and was treated in hospital.

If you saw what happened, or can help with our enquiries, please contact police on 101 quoting reference 54230044847.

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