A WOMAN is still seriously ill in hospital after a ‘brutal street assault’.

The attack happened between 9am and 4pm on Tuesday, May 29 between the Pall Mall area and the Liptrott estate in Chorley.

A 34-year-old woman suffered serious internal injuries and is being treated in hospital where she remains in a serious but stable condition.

Inspector Jo Keay, from Chorley police, said: “This was a sustained and brutal attack which occurred during daylight hours and as a result could possibly have been witnessed by passing pedestrians or motorists.

“Detectives are currently trying to piece together the full circumstances of the assault and would appeal for anyone with information or who witnessed the attack on Tuesday to come forward.”