A young man remains in hospital treatment eight days after sustaining multiple head injuries and back injuries in a serious assault.

The incident occurred on Cathedral Green, Wells, on Sunday, 1 October, between 10:30 and 11:00 pm.

Police have issued a public appeal for witnesses as part of their ongoing investigation into the incident.

An Avon and Somerset Police spokesperson said: "We are appealing for witnesses after a man assaulted in Wells on Sunday 1 October. He was taken to hospital where he remains. His injuries are not thought to be life-threatening or life-changing."

If you have any information that could assist the police in their inquiry, you're urged to call 101 and provide the reference number 5223239505.

Another method for submitting information is by completing the Avon and Somerset Police online appeals form.