A MAN has suffered head injuries in an assault in Lye.

Police are investigating after a 58-year-old man was attacked on Lye High Street at around 9.30pm yesterday (Saturday August 6).

It is believed the attacker is known to the victim.

A spokesman for West Midlands Police said: "We’re investigating an assault on a man on Lye High Street.

"A 58-year-old man was taken to hospital with head injuries which are not life-threatening.

"Enquiries are underway to trace the suspect, who is believed to be known to the victim."

Anyone with information can contact police via Live Chat on the website quoting incident number 20/706722/22.