Police release CCTV image after a man suffers serious injuries in Hebburn
Police have released an image of a man following a suspected assault in Hebburn.
Northumbria Police are appealing for information following after a suspected assault left a man with serious injuries.
Officers received a report of a disturbance outside of a takeaway on St. James’ Mall, in Hebburn, shortly after 12.35am on Friday, September 19.
It was found that a man had sustained serious injuries including a broken jaw, broken cheek bone and a bleed on the brain as a result of the reported incident.
The victim, aged in his 30s, was taken to hospital for treatment and has since been discharged.
Northumbria Police launched an investigation into the incident and they have released an image of a man they’d like to speak with in connection with the report.
Officers say that the man is believed to have been in the area at the time and may have information which could assist with their investigation.
The man, or anyone who recognises him, is asked to get in touch with Northumbria Police by sending a direct message on social media, or by using the live chat or ‘report’ form function on the Force’s website.
Those who can’t contact officers in these ways should call 101.
Anyone with information should quote the reference number: 108827P/25.