Police are appealing for witnesses after four men were attacked at the top of High Cross Street, St Austell.

The four men walked up from The Club at around 2.10am on Saturday, December 7 when they were assaulted by a group of men.

The "unprovoked assault" happened at the road entrance to the railway station in the town.

The four victims suffered injuries including black eyes, bruised ribs and one lost two front teeth.

Police believe a group of 10 to 12 men may have followed the victims up the hill prior to the assault.

A police spokesperson said: “If anyone witnessed this assault or has any information that could help please get in touch.”

Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 quoting reference GA/13/3791 or  Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.