Police are appealing for witnesses after it’s alleged a man was assaulted by two men using a metal pole in Shanklin on the Isle of Wight.

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The 31-year-old victim from Shanklin received head injuries, which are serious but not life threatening. He went to hospital and was later discharged.

The assault is reported to have taken place in Regent Street at around 2.40am on Monday, July 23, 2012.

Investigating officer Detective Constable Katy Lee of Isle of Wight CID said: “We would particularly like to speak with a woman seen walking into nearby Clarendon Road at this time. Detectives are pursuing several lines of enquiry. There is nothing to suggest that other members of the public are at risk.”

This woman, other witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact CID at Newport police station by phoning 101. Mini-Com users can call the police on 01962 875000. Information can be given anonymously by calling the Crimestoppers charity on 0800 555 111.