POLICE have released a CCTV image in connection with a pub assault which left a man with a broken eye socket.

Officers are appealing to the public for help in identifying the man (pictured) following an incident in Bridgwater at around 12.30am on Sunday, January 19.

The incident at The Blake Arms, in Penel Orlieu, resulted in the victim being hit by a man from behind while stood in the beer garden.

As well as the broken eye socket, he also suffered a scratched eye and an eye bleed which required hospital treatment.

Avon and Somerset Police said in a statement: “As part of police enquiries, officers are now releasing this image of a man they want to speak to.

“He is described as white, with short dark-coloured hair, a beard and about 6ft tall. He was wearing a grey and black North Face jacket and jeans at the time.

“If you know who he is or have any information that might help the investigation, please call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5225016303.”