POLICE are appealing for witnesses following an assault in Downend at the weekend.

A spokesman for Avon and Somerset Police said: "We are appealing for witnesses following an assault in Downend.

"The incident happened just after midnight on Saturday at about at about 12.10am.

"A black Ford Fiesta was in collision with a wall in Badminton Walk.

"The occupants of the car were then assaulted by a group of men who are reported to have walked into the cul-de-sac.

"One man was taken to hospital with leg and arm injuries.

"The other occupant of the car received a blow to the head.

"Both men required hospital treatment.

"The five suspects are reported to have left the cul-de-sac on foot.

"We are  keen to hear from anyone who was in the area at the time of the incident who may have information to help us with our enquiries."

Anyone able to help is asked to call 101, quoting reference 5219034577.