A MAN in his 60s sustained a puncture wound to his leg during an assault in Kington High Street.

Police said a 24 year old man has been arrested on suspicion of assault and remains in police custody.

Officers were called to the street at around 11.55pm yesterday to reports of a serious assault.

The victim was treated by paramedics at the scene and taken to hospital: his injuries are not thought to be life threatening.

Anyone with information is asked to call West Mercia Police on 101 quoting incident number 867 of 31 July or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.