Two men arrested for attempted murder of man in his 70s

A Lincolnshire Police spokesperson said officers were called to an address on Kirkby Lane in Kirkby on Bain shortly after 3.50pm on Saturday (October 24) to reports that a man had been assaulted. “An investigation is ongoing to establish the circumstances of his injuries. He remains in hospital,” said the spokesperson. “Two men have been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder, aged 38 and 43. The 43-year-old man remains in custody, the 38-year-old man has been released on bail.” Detective Chief Inspector Andy McWatt, East Midlands Major Crime Unit, said: “We’re grateful to the community for their patience while we investigate this incident. There has been a police presence in the area and may continue to be over the next few days. “Our investigation is continuing at pace and I would urge anyone who has any information that may be relevant, including any recorded footage, dashcam, headcam, doorbell footage or CCTV to get in touch. “I would also ask if anyone saw a light grey VW Arteon car being driven around the village between 9am and 4pm to contact me. “We are appealing for information and appeal to anyone who was in the area at the time and may have seen or heard any events leading up to the assault or the grey VW Arteon to get in touch.” Anyone with information is asked to get in touch by calling 101, quoting incident 222 of October 24. Information can also be passed anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.