Man hit with metal object

A man was punched and hit with a metal object after confronting two men damaging a parked car.

Police were called to Wedmore Road in Saltford at 11.50pm on February 20. A spokesman said: “The victim was punched and struck in the stomach with a metal object, causing injury. The victim suffered further injuries to his knee and foot when attempting to stop the men from leaving the scene in their own car.

“The vehicle is described as a dark grey Vauxhall Zafira and it was seen turning into Broadway.”

The men are described as white, about 5ft 11ins and had Bristolian accents. One was 25-35, slim with dark hair and dark clothes. The other was 30-40, of large build, with black hair, stubble and wearing a dark coat with a hood. Anyone with information can call 101, giving reference number 5220042453.