Wellingborough attack leaves man with significant facial injuries

A man was left with significant facial injuries after being punched and kicked while on the ground in a shocking Wellingborough attack.

Police have arrested a suspect after the violent incident in Church Street earlier this month.

In an appeal launched today (April 28) police said the assault took place between 2am and 2.40am on Saturday, April 16, when a man punched another man in the face several times.

When the victim fell to floor the suspect continued to kick and punch him while he was on the ground.

The victim was left with significant facial injuries including swelling, cuts and bruises.

A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the incident and has been released on police bail pending further enquiries.

Witnesses or anyone with information should contact Northamptonshire Police on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111, quoting incident number 22000214941.