A man has been arrested in connection with an assault in Weymouth town centre.

The incident occurred at around 12.50am on Sunday, September 29 near to the junction of Caroline Place and Westham Road.

It was reported that a man aged in his 30s was assaulted and sustained serious facial injuries.

Following enquiries, a 27-year-old man from Weymouth has been arrested on suspicion of inflicting grievous bodily harm with intent, affray and possessing an offensive weapon in a public place. He remains in police custody at this time.

Officers are continuing to urge witnesses or anyone with information to contact Dorset Police at www.dorset.police.uk or by calling 101, quoting occurrence number 55240149994.

Alternatively, independent charity Crimestoppers can be contacted anonymously online at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling Freephone 0800 555 111.