POLICE have released an image of a group of men they want to speak to in connection with a serious assault in Penzance last year.

The incident took place on Sunday, December 12, 2021 at around 2.30am in Market Jew Street.

The victim of the attack who is in his twenties received serious facial injuries which needed hospital treatment.

Police want to speak to any men caught in the image as they may be able to help them with their enquiries.

The police appeal reads: "Officers investigating reports of an incident in Penzance have released an image of a number of potential witnesses who may be able to assist the investigation.

"The incident is reported to have taken place on Market Jew Street at around 2.30am on Sunday 12 December.

"The victim, a man in his 20s, sustained serious facial injuries requiring treatment.

"Officers have been carrying out enquiries in efforts to ascertain the circumstances of the incident.

"Officers are keen to speak to any of the men pictured, as potential witnesses, as it’s thought they may be able to assist with the investigation.

"Anyone who recognises any of the men pictured or has any information which may assist the investigation is asked to contact police on 101 quoting CR/111366/21."