A Southampton man has ben taken to hospital after suffering facial injuries following an assault in Northam.

Police have confirmed at some time between 7.30pm and 8.15pm on Friday, August 30, the victim – who is 34 years old – was assaulted by a man at Northam Precinct, Southampton.

The offender is described as being aged between 20 and 30, wearing a white t-shirt, beige shorts and a black baseball cap. He had a cast on his right hand.

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In a statement, a spokesperson for Hampshire Constabulary said: “If you have any information which might assist us in our investigation, please contact 101 and quote incident number 44240373047.

“You can also report online via the Hampshire & Isle of Wight Constabulary website.”

They added: “Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.”