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(Image: YORKSHIRE POST)

It is believed a G4S guard had an "ammonia-type substance" sprayed in his face when he entered Barclays Bank in Brighouse, West Yorkshire.

The thieves grabbed the cash box he was holding and ran off.

The guard was rushed to hospital after the attack.

(Image: YORKSHIRE POST)

Area Risk Consultant for G4S Cash Solutions, Duncan Watson, said: "One of our cash crews was the victim of a violent attack during a routine service on Briggate, Brighouse.

"Our employee has suffered serious facial injuries and is currently receiving treatment in hospital. He has understandably been left very shaken by this vicious attack.

"We are working closely with West Yorkshire Police and I would urge anyone who may have been nearby and seen this attack to get in touch with the police or dial 101 so that those behind this attack can be brought to justice.”

West Yorkshire Police said: "Officers attended to find a security guard had been attacked outside a bank by a male who then ran off with the cash box the guard was holding.

"It is believed the victim had an ammonia-type substance sprayed in his face, and he is currently receiving medical treatment at Calderdale Royal Infirmary."