Teenagers launched glass bottles at man outside Bristol Temple Meads during attack

A man required surgery after being struck with a glass bottle near Temple Meads Railway Station. The bottle struck the victim in the face, fracturing a facial bone and causing cuts and bruising.

Avon and Somerset Police is now appealing for the public's help following the assault. Investigating officers have released CCTV images of two people they would like to identify as they believe the duo have information that could help with the case.

The alleged assault happened at a bus stop outside Temple Meads at around 1.30am on September 19 last year. Two teenagers forced open a bin containing glass bottles and began throwing them at the man.

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The victim was rushed to hospital where he later required surgery. He is now recovering at home.

A police statement said: "Officers investigated a number of other avenues of identification, which have now been exhausted, so they are appealing to the public to assist with identifying the people photographed. We are appealing for the public’s help as officers would like to speak to the people pictured.

"We believe they may have information which could aid our investigation into the incident. If you can help identify them, or witnessed the assault, please call us."

If you can help, call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5222226017. Alternatively, complete this online appeals form.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their Anonymous Online Form. No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.

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