A MAN was left with facial injuries following an assault in the centre of Skipton.

It happened outside the Black Horse pub on High Street, on August 26 at around 11.30pm.

A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: "The male victim sustained facial injuries and received medical treatment due to his injuries.

"We are requesting the public’s assistance to help establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.

"In particular, we are appealing for information from anyone who witnessed the assault and can give details of the suspect."

Anyone with information should contact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Sharon Leverton. People can also email Sharon.Leverton@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk

Information can also be passed anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.