Man undergoes surgery after suffering serious injuries in Sutton fight

The incident happened on Mansfield Road in the town at around 10.30pm on Friday.

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The victim had to have surgery overnight following an argument which led to him being punched, causing him to become unconsious and suffering a cut to his right eye and ear.

Officers from Nottinghamshire Police attended the scene and arrested a 26-year-old man on suspicion of assault causing grievous bodily harm.

The suspect remains in police custody.

Detective Sergeant Lauren Morgan, who is leading the investigation, said: “We were called following a report of a man suffering serious injuries following a dispute.

“A man was treated at the scene by paramedics and taken to hospital as he required surgery to his head.

“Thankfully his injuries aren’t considered to be life-threatening or life-altering.”

Anyone with information about the incident can call the force on 101.

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