A CCTV image has been released of a man police want to speak to in connection with a serious assault at the beginning of the year.

Avon and Somerset Police have issued the image to the press in connection to an investigation into an incident of assault in Chard

Avon and Somerset Police said in a statement: “At about 4am on New Year's Day, a man was attacked in Fore Street after an altercation.

“The victim sustained serious injuries, including multiple arm fractures, a broken shoulder joint and multiple cuts and bruises. He was treated in hospital and has since returned home to continue his recovery.

“The man officers want to speak to is described as white, of stocky build with short hair and goatee-style beard. He also has tattoos on both arms and one tattooed hand.

“He was wearing a dark-coloured T-shirt with 'Firetrap' written across the front, a grey zip-up hoodie and jeans at the time.”

Anybody who knows who this man is, or may have any other information which could help the police investigation, are asked to call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5225006551.