A MAN in his twenties was left with fractures to his face following an assault in Newbury in March.

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward following the incident, which took place at around 4am on Saturday, March 30.

Two men were assaulted by a group of around five men in Newbury town centre in Wharf Street outside Document House.

The first victim was left with fractures to his face, which has required ongoing hospital treatment, while the second victim, a man in his late teens, received bruising and cuts to his head, which he has made a full recovery from.

A number of arrests have been made and officers are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

Two 17-year-old boys, one from Thatcham and one from Newbury, have both been arrested in connection with this incident.

They have been released under investigation.

Case investigator Thomas Gosling, based at Newbury police station, said: "We have been carrying out a number of enquiries into this incident and have made a number of arrests.

"We are aware however that this incident happened at a time when many people would have been leaving pubs and clubs in the area and may have important witness information.

"We are aware that a number of people did pass by during the assault and a blonde woman may have also been in the vicinity."

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or visit the website quoting reference 43190096341.

Reports can also be made completely anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.