East Middleton — Three Rochdale Council refuse collectors were assaulted during a violent confrontation while on their collection round on Tuesday morning, leaving at least one worker requiring hospital treatment for significant injuries. The incident occurred on the morning of Tuesday, 10 February, on Mount Road, near its junction with Uplands in Alkrington. According to reports, the altercation stemmed from a road rage dispute involving members of the public and the bin crew staff. Councillor Dylan Williams, who represents the East Middleton ward, confirmed the attack in a public statement, condemning the violence directed at the workers while they were carrying out their duties. Councillor Williams, who also chairs the council’s Employment and Equalities Committee, revealed that the workers sustained serious physical injuries during the assault. He is thought to be aware that at least one crew member was taken to hospital with reported injuries, including broken ribs and loos...