Police are appealing for witnesses after a young man was viciously attacked on Old Hill, Falmouth, on Saturday night.

The victim, an 18-year-old male, received one blow to the head from his attacker who then fled the scene.

Police were called to the incident at 19.45 on Sunday, January 15, and quickly called an ambulance to assess the victim who was found to have minor injuries.

The alleged offender is believed to be in his 20's of medium build, and described to have been wearing a grey hoody, jeans and trainers during the incident.

Police are now appealing for witnesses, and would urge anyone who has information to call 101 and quote the crime reference number CR4-7036694-17.