A man has been left with head injuries after being assaulted with a bat in Wiltshire.

Officers responded to reports of an assault on Long Close Avenue in Corsham at just before 2am on Saturday, November 9 involving two men who are known to each other.

A man in his 50s suffered cuts to the head and bruising to the body and required medical treatment.

Police believe there was a disorder involving the pair on Friday evening at around 10:40pm at The British Legion, Corsham.

Two men in their 30s have been arrested in connection with the incident.

A man from Melksham was arrested on suspicion of ABH, coercive and controlling behaviour and stalking, while a second man from Corsham was arrested for assisting an offender, possessing an offensive weapon in a public place and possession of cannabis.

Both men have been released on bail pending a further investigation and police are appealing for witnesses who may have seen either of the incidents.

A Wiltshire Police spokesperson said: “If you saw either incident and can help with our enquiries please contact us on 101 quoting reference number 54240132592.

“You can also report to us through our website.

“Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.”