A MAN sustained "a serious facial injury" after being punched in an altercation in Weston-super-Mare. 

Police have described the incident as an assault and appealed for witnesses to come forward with information that could assist their investigation. 

A spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police said: "Police were called to Regent Street on Friday, March 4 after an incident involving two males, which happened sometime between 10pm and 10.20pm.

"One of them – a man in his 20s – sustained a serious facial injury and had to attend hospital after being punched.

"Anyone who witnessed the assault is asked to contact us." 

Officers run policing operations in Weston-super-Mare and other large towns and cities in their area "to ensure people can go out and enjoy themselves safely" at weekends.

The spokesperson said: "People can expect to see a high-visibility presence of our officers on patrol, especially on a Friday and Saturday night."

Anyone who witnessed the incident in Regent Street should contact the police by phoning 101 and giving the call handler the reference number 5222053104. 

Alternatively, they can complete Avon and Somerset Police's online appeals form.