Lancaster Social Club member assaulted in robbery attempt

Police are appealing for information after a sports and social club member sustained a minor injury during an attempted robbery.

The member was outside the Lansil Sports & Social Club, on Caton Road, Lancaster, at around 12.30pm on Saturday when he was approached by a man whose face was masked.

The man threatened the member with a piece of wood and demanded money, before striking the victim across the leg and running off empty handed.

The victim was left with a minor leg injury.

The offender has been described as being of slim to medium build, 5ft 10 – 6ft, and wearing jeans with a black anorak or hooded top.

• Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 01524 63333