Investigation underway after man seriously injured in Chorley
A man, in his 40s, was found with a head injury near Hoggs Lane
Last updated 27th Sep 2026
Police have launched an investigation after a man suffered a serious head injury in Chorley.
The man, aged in his 40s, was taken to hospital after being found by a member of the public in the land between Hoggs Lane, and Black Brook, shortly after 6:30am on Friday (25 September).
Police said he has been identified, and his family informed. He remains in a critical condition. in hospital.
Officers are investigating the circumstances around the man's injuries.
In a statement, Lancashire Police said: "We must stress that these enquiries are in their very early stages and we are keeping an open mind as to what may have happened.
"What we do know from initial enquiries is that the man left the Plaza Hotel at 2:50am and turned right onto Bolton Road. He was wearing a black, short sleeved t-shirt with red writing on the back and dark trousers.
"Detectives are carrying out enquiries to determine where the man went between leaving the Plaza Hotel at 2:50am and being found in the Hoggs Lane area shortly after 6:30am.
"This is where we need to ask you for help. If you have CCTV, dashcam or doorbell footage, or if you saw the man between 2:50am and 6:30am, we would be very interested in speaking to you."
The statement added: "We know that this may cause some discussion in the local community and want to reassure you that whilst enquiries to determine how the man sustained his injuries are ongoing, we do not believe there is any risk to the wider public.
"We also ask that you please refrain from speculating on social media or otherwise about what may have led to the man becoming injured."