POLICE are investigating a report of assault in Torquay and are appealing for any witnesses to come forward.

Officers were called to a report of fighting on Fleet Street, Torquay, at around 11.30pm on Friday, May 2.

A man sustained head injuries which are not thought to be life threatening, or life changing and was taken to hospital for treatment.

An 18-year-old man from Paignton has been arrested on suspicion of wounding with intent.

He remains in police custody.

A spokesperson for Devon & Cornwall Police said: ‘If you witnessed the incident or have any information or dashcam footage that could help with enquiries, please contact police via our website here or by calling 101 quoting 50250109819.

‘Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling freephone 0800 555111.’