Police have praised Keighley people's help in their hunt for the Lund Park attacker.

A hooded masked man has attacked three women, within a quarter mile radius.

Each victim suffered head injuries. The first was pregnant hairdresser, Jenny Harper, 25, who was attacked in her Hardwick Street home on December 11 with a baseball bat. She needed 23 stitches in her head.

Second victim, 33-year-old mother, Elaine Marsh was hit over the head as she walked through Lund Park on December 16.

The third victim, who did not wish to be identified, was grabbed by the hair and her head bashed against the pavement on January 4.

The attacker is described as white or light-skinned Asian, medium built, about 5'10" tall, wearing a black padded jacket, with the hood up and black jeans.

Detective Chief Supt Brian Taylor (pictured), heading the investigation says: "There's generally been a good response from the public of Keighley. The inquiry team is now working through that information."

Anyone with information should contact the incident room on 01535 617016, or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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