A man required hospital treatment after being assaulted outside a kebab van near Reading.

Police were called to The Broadway in Thatcham at 11.45pm on Saturday after reports a white man in his fifties had punched and kicked the victim to the floor, injuring his face.

Police are appealing for witnesses, describing the offender as wearing jeans and a dark puffer jack.

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Investigating officer PC Rachael Hall, based at Newbury police station, said: “We would like to appeal to anybody who may have been in the area and witnessed this assault to please get in touch.

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“You can get in touch by either making a report online or by calling 101 quoting reference number 43210490708.

“Alternatively, for 100 per cent anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."