A man has been charged with a serious assault following an "incident" in Carlisle's Harraby area on Saturday.

Cumbria Police today released a statement confirming that the man, who has not been identified, was charged over the weekend with assault causing actual bodily harm.

"Police received a report at approximately 6.30pm on June 15 of the incident," said a spokesman.

"Police responded quickly and effectively to the incident.

"Anybody with any futher information should contact 101 quoting log 225 of June 15, or call Crimestoppers anonymously 0800 555 111.