Coronation Street star arrested

Coronation Street star Vicky Entwistle has been arrested and questioned after a man was assaulted and left with injuries to his face.

Entwistle, who plays loudmouthed Janice Battersby in the soap, was arrested in the early hours after a 40-year-old man was attacked on Sackville Street in Manchester city centre.

She was released on police bail until February 25 pending further inquiries.

A police spokeswoman said: "I can confirm that a complaint of an assault resulting in minor injuries has been reported. Police are currently investigating the allegation.

"Inquiries are continuing into the circumstances of the incident."

A spokeswoman for Coronation Street said: "There has been no charges brought in connection with the allegation and Vicky is only to happy to help police with their inquiries."