Police appeal after man is assaulted outside pub

12:33pm Tuesday 30th June 2009

By Ali Dent

POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man was punched in the face outside a pub in Thornbury.

The victim was enjoying a night out when the incident happened just after midnight on Saturday.

The man attempted to start a conversation with another man outside the Knot of Rope in the High Street.

A police spokesman said: "The offender turned around and punched him in the face.

"A 32-year-old man was arrested following the incident and has been released on police bail."

Anyone who saw the assault if asked to contact police on 0845 456 7000 or by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

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