POLICE are looking for two men after an assault in a Southampton pub.

A 38-year-old man was assaulted by a man he did not know in the Spitfire pub in Above Bar Street, Southampton.

The victim fell over during the assault and suffered serious back injuries during the incident which took place at around 6.45pm on 17 August.

Police now want to speak to two men believe they may have information to help their investigation.

A police spokesperson said: "Do you recognise the two men in the images? There were a large number of people inside the pub at the time, so if you witnessed the assault, or if you can help us identify either the man in the blue top or the man in the light grey top stood with his hand on his shoulder, please call 101 and quote 44190295623."

Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.