A MAN was seriously hurt when he was glassed on a night out.

The attack happened in the early hours of Friday morning in Newcastle city centre.

Police were called to MSA bar in Hood Street at ten past midnight and a 22-year-old victim was taken to hospital with cuts to his head.

The attacker had fled the scene before officers arrived and inquiries to identify the offender are ongoing.

Police are now appealing for anyone who knows him, or witnessed the assault, to get in touch.

He is described as white, 5ft 10in, slim build, aged in his early 20s and with short mousey brown hair. He was wearing a white sweater, black skinny jeans and black trainers with a white sole. He is believed to have cut his hand during the assault.

Anyone with any is encouraged to call police on 101 quoting log 14 23/11/18 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800-555-111.

People can also report via northumbria.police.uk/contact or email 3008@northumbria.pnn.police.uk.