Police have released CCTV images of a man they want to trace after an assault in Newcastle city centre left a man with a fractured jaw.
The assault was reported on Grainger Street just before 8pm on Saturday, June 6. The victim, a man in his 30s, was punched in the face by a man who was not known to him. The suspect then left the scene on foot before police arrived.
Victim discharged from hospital
The victim was taken to hospital with a fractured jaw and has since been discharged.
Officers have been carrying out a number of enquiries to locate those responsible, including a recent review of CCTV footage. Today (Wednesday), they released images of a man they would like to trace.
Police appeal for information
The man was in the area at the time of the reported assault, and officers believe he may be able to assist with their enquiries. The man, or anyone who knows him, is asked to send Northumbria Police a direct message on social media or use the live chat and report forms on the Force's website.
Those unable to make contact in these ways should call 101, quoting reference number 26000371641.
