FOUR Asian men are wanted in connection with a “sickening” attack on a male student - during which he was forced to strip naked.
Manchester Police
Men wanted after attack on student near Lancaster University in Preston
Images have been released by detectives after the young male was “lured” to a flat, imprisoned, forced to strip naked and assaulted in university halls in Preston.
The victim, 19, was visiting a friend at Sanctuary Halls in Moor Lane, Preston, when the brutal attack happened.
He had walked from the nearby University of Central Lancashire library.
But when he entered the flat, he was attacked by four men.
Men wanted in connection with attack on student
Another of the men wanted in connection with attack in Preston
Another pair arrived and the teenager was punched, forced to strip naked and assaulted.
He tried to flee, but was dragged back into the apartment.
The group demanded cash from their victim who suffered injuries to his nose and face.
Another wanted man: Police release images of men wanted in connection with attack
This was a sickening and abhorrent attack where the victim was lured to an address in Preston before being assaulted and threatenedDC Richard Clancy
Det Con Richard Clancy, of Preston CID, said: “This was a sickening and abhorrent attack where the victim was lured to an address in Preston before being assaulted and threatened.
“The incident has left the 19-year-old very shaken and it is crucial we find those responsible.
“Following extensive CCTV enquiries, we want to speak to these four men in connection with the offences.
“If you recognise any of the individuals involved, please contact police immediately.”
MANCHESTER POLICE
University student attack: This man is one of four wanted for questioning
The attack took place at about 10.15pm on Thursday, March 2.
It is believed the men may be from Rochdale.
Anyone with information is asked to police on 101 quoting crime reference SA1703005 or CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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