Parking attendant, 72, 'knocked out' in row over space

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Image caption, The man was taken to Derriford Hospital in Plymouth after the attack

A parking attendant was "knocked unconscious" during a disagreement over a space at a National Trust site, police have said.

Officers said the 72-year-old was "repeatedly kicked and punched whilst on the ground" at about 14:20 BST on Thursday.

The pensioner was working at the car park near Mill Bay beach, East Portlemouth, Devon.

He is now recovering at home after being taken to Derriford Hospital.

A spokeswoman for the National Trust said: "We are in close contact with him and our thoughts remain with him for a speedy recovery."

Police are looking for a hired red Vauxhall Astra in connection with the assault.