Five people have been arrested after a man was attacked by a number of people armed with machetes following a car crash.
A 27-year-old man remains in hospital with serious injuries after he was assaulted on Friday afternoon in Crofton, Wakefield. Police said his injuries were not believed to be life-threatening.
Four men, two aged 26, a 27-year-old and a 34-year-old have been arrested in connection with the incident and remain in police custody.
A 48-year-old woman has also been arrested and released on bail.
The injured man was assaulted after a collision involving two cars on High Street near Lo’s Pharmacy.
Det Insp Fiona Allan said West Yorkshire Police were continuing to investigate the incident.
She said: “Colleagues in our local neighbourhood policing remain in the area today and I would encourage anyone with concerns or information to share, to speak with them.”
