Police are investigating after a man was seriously assaulted at a charity football event in New Quay.

At around 11.30pm on Saturday, 9 March, the victim was punched to the head and bitten by a man at a marquee that was near to the Memorial Hall.

The victim was left with serious facial injuries that will need surgery.

A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent, and released under investigation pending further police enquiries.

Anyone who witnessed the assault, or has any information, is urged to contact DC Steve Barry by calling 101.