A MAN suffered head injuries and is being treated in hospital after a serious assault in Chippenham.

The incident happened just before 4am this morning (Saturday, April 22), in the car park on Bath Road.

Two men were arrested at scene, a 19-year-old man on suspicion of grievous bodily harm and affray, and a 20-year-old man on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.

Police are appealing for witnesses.

DC Justine Parsons from Melksham CID said: "There were a lot of people around at the time of this assault, and I would appeal for anyone who witnessed the incident, or the events leading up to it, to come forward and speak to us.

Anyone with any information is asked to call Melksham CID on 101, or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously.