Three people cornered a man eating at Newbury McDonald's and one punched him off his chair.

The victim, a man in his twenties, suffered a black eye from the assault on July 16, which took place at 8.17pm in Northbrook Street.

Police are searching for a man and two women that officers believe may have vital information regarding the assault.

Reading Chronicle: Three people police would like to speak to who may have information regarding an assault in McDonalds, NewburyThree people police would like to speak to who may have information regarding an assault in McDonalds, Newbury

The victim was sat at a table eating when three offenders approached him.

Following a verbal altercation, one offender punched him in the face causing him to fall backwards off the chair.

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Investigating officer, PS Richard Tarrant, based at Newbury police station, said: “We would like to appeal to anybody who recognises the individuals in this image to please get in touch.

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“You can get in touch by either making a report online or by calling 101 quoting reference number 43220314916.

“Alternatively, for 100% anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”