Appeal after man attacked in Mutley

Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was attacked in the Mutley area of Plymouth.

A 25-year-old man, from South Humberside, was attacked by two men after he intervened following a disturbance between the two men and a woman at Sherwell Arcade, North Hill.

The victim was punched in the face by both men during the incident that happened on Sunday 24 January at around 4am. As a result, one of the victim’s front teeth was knocked out and a second tooth was chipped.

A 22-year-old man from Plymouth was arrested on suspicion of assault and released on bail until 28 January.

Officers would like to speak to anyone who witnessed the assault.

Anyone with information is asked to call 101 or email 101@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk, quoting reference CR/005058/16.

Information can also be passed anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111 or reporting online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org.