Inquiries continue in to serious assault
Two men who were arrested after a man was seriously injured in an assault have been released from police custody while investigations continue.
A third man has now been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm to a 35-year-old man who was set upon in the early hours of Saturday.
Police are still appealing for witnesses to the assault which took place on Lancaster Road, Shrewsbury at just after 1am.
The injured man remains in hospital with serious injuries, which are not thought to be life-threatening.
The two men, aged 35 and 36, who were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm have been released under investigation.
It is believed that all the men involved in the incident were known to each other.
Detective Inspector Oliver Ewels said: "This appears to have been an isolated incident among people who know each other. However many people in the local area may have seen or heard something that could be relevant to our investigation."
To report information about this incident, phone the police non-emergency number 101 and quote reference 035S of 24 February. You can also leave information anonymously with the independent charity Crimestoppers. Phone 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.
