A MAN suffered a bleed to the brain after being attacked by a group in Bridgwater.

Police are hunting the attackers after the incident, in Bridgwater High Street, at around 2.30am on Saturday, August 28. 

"The victims had just left a takeaway and were heading towards Angel Place when they were followed by a group of men," said a spokesperson for Avon and Somerset Police.

"One of the victims, a 31-year-old man, was then punched, causing him to fall to the ground and lose consciousness. He suffered a broken nose and bleed to the brain.

"The second victim, a 27-year-old man, was punched in the face and suffered a mouth injury."

Police want to hear from anyone who saw the incident, or who has any information about those involved, on 101, reference number 5221198778.

People can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.