AVON and Somerset Police is appealing to the public for help after a man was punched in the face in Weston.

CCTV footage released by the police shows the victim walking in the Alexandra Parade area on Thursday, September 28.

He was approached by two unknown men, one of whom assaulted him at around 10.45-11pm.

The victim was taken to hospital, where he was treated.

The suspect was described as about 5ft 9ins, of mixed heritage and with curly brown or black hair.

A spokesperson from Avon and Somerset Police said: "A man was punched in Weston-super-Mare at about 11pm on Thursday September 28. The male suspect was said to be 5'9", mixed heritage, with dark curly hair. We'd like to talk to the two men in the video as part of our enquiries."

Police officers on the case have carried out enquiries and wish to identify the two men in the clip.

Anyone who recognises them or who witnessed the incident can complete an online appeals form or call 101, quoting the reference number 5223237362.