A 17-year-old boy was was allegedly assaulted at a village fireworks display at the weekend as police confirm they are investigating.

The alleged incident took place at a display held in the village of Yardley Gobion on Saturday November 7.

The display took place at the village’s sports and social club on School Lane, and it is claimed that during the evening a 17-year-old boy was subjected to “a brutal attack” by a number of adults.

A Northamptonshire Police spokesperson said: “We can confirm we have received a report relating to an assault on a 17-year-old boy at a fireworks event in Yardley Gobion on Saturday evening.

“The incident is currently under investigation and enquiries are ongoing.”