A MAN has been seriously assaulted following an altercation in Watchet.

The incident occurred around midnight on Friday evening (August 2) into Saturday morning (August 3).

The 25-year-old man was assaulted in Swain Street after a row near a kebab shop and was taken to Frenchay Hospital in Bristol with a serious head injury.

An investigation has been launched into the incident and a 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of assault. He has been released on bail pending further enquiries.

Anyone who witnessed the assault or has information which could help police should contact Taunton CID on 101.