POLICE are investigating an assault which took place in broad daylight.

The incident took place at around 10.45 this morning in Holker Street, Barrow, when a male was out delivering advertising newspapers.

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Police are interested in speaking to two male youths who may be connected with the incident.

One was described as being male, wearing a white tracksuit, who had short, brown, wavy hair of medium build.

The second was described as wearing a grey hooded top, who had short, brown hair and of medium build.

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One of the males was said to be carrying a rucksack over one shoulder.

Anyone with information should contact Cumbria Police on 101.