Man attacked by robbers 'for £5'

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A man suffered serious facial injuries when two robbers demanded money from him and he could only give them Â£5.

David Wells, 61, was attacked as he walked home along Trinity Road in Bradford on Tuesday night.

He suffered deep cuts to his forehead and lip, black eyes and swelling to his hand, West Yorkshire Police said.

Two men aged 21 and 23 have been arrested and are being questioned about the incident. Police have urged witnesses to come forward.

Det Ch Insp Steve Hopwood said: "This was a particularly vicious attack which has left the victim with a number of injuries.

"The suspects stole just Â£5. I would appeal to anyone who witnessed the assault to contact us so we can establish exactly what happened."