A TEENAGER was left with serious injuries after being hit in the face with a bottle in a nightclub.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the assault which happened in Northallerton's Amadeus Nightclub at around 2am on Sunday, March 18.

The 19-year-old victim was on the dancefloor when he was struck with a bottle and suffered a wound to his mouth and a head injury for which he is continuing to receive hospital treatment.

Two men, aged 18 and 22, have been arrested in connection with the assault, and released under investigation as enquiries continue.

Anyone who witnessed the incident, or has any information that could assist the investigation, is asked to contact North Yorkshire Police.

Dial 101 and quote reference number 12180046165, or email Nicola.Pattinson@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk