A 14-year-old lost a tooth and required dental surgery after a drink can was thrown in his face.

The incident happened at the BMX track on Grange Road, Gosport, on Friday, April 4, at around 5pm.

An altercation between two groups of teenagers resulted in a 14-year-old being struck in the face with a drink can.

The attack resulted in the boy losing a tooth and subsequently requiring dental surgery.

Police are now seeking help from the public to identify three teenagers who were seen in the area at the time.

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The first boy is described as black, aged between 16 and 18, 5ft 7ins tall, with dark curly hair, and was wearing black clothing.

The second boy is described as white, aged between 13 and 17, 5ft 6ins tall, with a skinny build, dark scruffy hair, and freckles.

He was wearing blue tracksuit bottoms and a black Nike Tech fleece.

The third boy, aged between 15 and 17, was wearing a pink Nike jacket.

Anyone who recognises these descriptions or has any information about the incident is urged to contact the police on 101, quoting 44250147825.

Alternatively, information can be submitted online via the Hampshire Constabulary website or anonymously through Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.