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Police investigate claims Chesterfield player was behind ‘vicious’ assault of Oldham player Hallam Hope in car park attack which left him seriously injured

Police are investigating claims a Chesterfield player was behind the assault of Oldham Athletic player Hallam Hope, who was attacked in the staff car park following their match at the weekend.

Oldham lost 2-0 to Chesterfield in a National League clash at Boundary Park on Saturday.

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Following the game, Hope was the victim of a ‘vicious’ assault that will now leave him on the sidelines for a number of weeks.

An unnamed Chesterfield player has now been alleged as Hope’s attacker, and police have launched a probe into the matter.

A statement released by Chesterfield read: “Following an incident which took place following Saturday’s game at Oldham Athletic, we are aware of an allegation relating to an un-named Chesterfield player.

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“We are assisting Greater Manchester Police with their enquiries. As this is an ongoing investigation, no further comment will be made at this stage.”

Oldham also said: “Oldham Athletic is sorry to have to report that our player, Hallam Hope, was the victim of a vicious assault on Saturday evening.

“The assault took place in the staff car park following the game against Chesterfield. Hallam sustained serious injuries which required hospital treatment and he will be out of action for some weeks.

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“The matter has been reported to the Police and we have provided CCTV footage in relation to the incident.

“Whilst the investigation is continuing Oldham Athletic will make no further comment on the incident.

“The club is supporting Hallam and will continue to do so. We wish him a speedy recovery from a dreadful experience.”

Barbados international Hope came through Everton’s academy system and had permanent spells with Bury, Carlisle and Swindon before joining the Latics last summer.

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The Manchester-born player represented England up to under-19 level.”