A TEENAGER has been taken to hospital with a broken jaw after an assault in Weston-super-Mare.

Police have issued a CCTV appeal to identify a man they would like to speak to as they investigate an incident which took place on Friday, December 29, 2023.

Weston Mercury: The CCTV image released by the policeThe CCTV image released by the police (Image: Avon and Somerset Police)

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: “We are appealing for the public’s help to identify this man in connection with an assault in Weston-super-Mare.

“Officers believe the man pictured could aid their investigation into an incident which took place in the Boulevard.

“The man is white, thought to be around 30 years old, approximately 5ft 10ins tall, with short, dark hair, a grey hoodie, light-coloured trousers and dark trainers.

“At around 9pm on Friday 29 December, a teenage victim was punched by an unknown person.

“The victim was taken to hospital to receive treatment for a broken jaw.

“If you recognise the individual, or have any other information which could aid our investigation, please contact us.

“If you can help, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5223317522, or complete our online appeals form.”