NEWCASTLE United footballer Nile Ranger has been arrested after city centre assault.
A 33-year-old man was left unconscious and sustained a suspected broken jaw after the incident in the early hours of this morning.
The assault took place outside Cosy Joes Pub, in the Groat Market in Newcastle, at about 1.30am.
Magpies player Mr Ranger, 20, was arrested on suspicion of assault. He was later released, pending further enquiries.
A Northumbria Police spokesman said: "Police were called after a 33-year-old man was assaulted.
"When police arrived the injured man was unconscious and was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary suffering from a suspected broken jaw.
"The offender made off and police carried out a search of the area.
"A 20-year-old man was arrested a short time later, nearby, on suspicion of assault and is currently helping police with their enquiries."
Police are appealing for anyone who was in the area at the time who may have seen or heard anything suspicious to contact them on 03456-043-043 or Crimestoppers on 0800-555-111.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article