POLICE are appealing for help after a teenager was attacked by a man wielding a piece of wood.
The 17-year-old boy, who is from Hindley Green, was attacked as he made his way home along Market Street, Atherton, at 10.40pm on Monday.
Police believe the teenager, who suffered facial injuries, was hit over the head with a piece of wood by the attacker who then stole his mobile phone and rucksack.
The attacker was described as white, aged 19-20, 6ft tall with dark hair and wearing a dark fleece.
Witnesses should call Leigh police on 0161 8567254.
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