A MAN in his 60s was punched in the face and taken to hospital for treatment of injuries after a fight at a Christchurch pub.

At around 10.30pm on Friday, September 27, an altercation occurred around the entrance to the Stourvale Inn on Christchurch Road.

During the incident, a man in his 60s was punched in the face and was taken to the hospital for treatment of injuries to his face and shoulder.

Officers are issuing an image of a man they would like to speak to as they investigate the alleged assault.

Police constable Rio Baker of Bournemouth East and Christchurch police said: “We are investigating this incident and have obtained an image of a man who we would like to speak to as part of our enquiries.

“I would urge anyone with information regarding his identity to please contact us.”

Anyone with information can contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240149374.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.