A serious attack outside a Wiltshire pub sparks a police investigation

A man in his 20s was seriously assaulted outside a pub in the early hours, police said.

Wiltshire Police have now launched an appeal for witnesses following a serious attack in Chippenham in the early hours of Sunday (May 19).

Two suspects are said to have assaulted a man in his 20s outside the Black Horse in New Road, Chippenham, at around 2.40am.

The victim suffered serious head injuries and was taken to hospital for treatment.

A man in his 30s has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm in connection with the assault and remains in custody pending questioning.

Wiltshire Police are appealing for witnesses or anyone with information about the incident to contact them on 101 quoting reference 54240057690.