Mansfield: Two bailed over 'senseless' New Year's Day attack

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Nottinghamshire Police described the incident as "shocking" and "senseless"

Two suspects have been bailed after a video was shared on social media of a man being assaulted in a Nottinghamshire town.

The victim was lying in a doorway in Leeming Street, Mansfield, when he was attacked in the early hours of New Year's Day.

Footage was shared on social media that allegedly showed the assault.

Two men, aged 23 and 22, were arrested on suspicion of assault on Monday and released on police bail.

The victim was later identified and was not seriously hurt, Nottinghamshire Police said.

A force spokesman said: "This was a shocking and senseless incident that has understandably caused a great deal of concern.

"After this video came to light, we moved quickly to identify suspects and bring them into custody."

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