A bar worker was left needing stitches after an unprovoked attack at a Durham pub.
Police have released CCTV footage of two men and two women they would like to speak to about the assault which left the victim seeking hospital treatment.
The attack happened at The Belmont Pub, in Moor End Terrace, Durham , at around 9.45pm on Saturday, August 31.
After entering the pub, a man carried out an unprovoked assault on a member of staff who suffered injuries to his arm and neck.
The group then left the pub but the suspect returned moments later and threw a barstool at other customers. Luckily no one else was injured.
The group then made off in a black Seat Leon car with the registration MEZ 3542.
The men are described as being in their early 20s and about 5ft 6ins or 5ft 7ins.
Both were wearing white polo shirts and one has dark hair and the other is blond.
The victim was taken to hospital where he received stitches and is now recovering at home.
Detective Constable Leanne Howe, who is leading the investigation with Durham CID , said: “This was a shocking incident which was completely unprovoked and left one man with serious injuries.
“Thankfully the victim is now recovering, but this attack could have had a much worse outcome and we are keen to trace the suspect and the people with him.
“If you recognise any of the people in the CCTV I would urge you to come forward as soon as possible.”
Anyone with information is asked to call 101 quoting incident reference 475 of August 31, or alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
