An assault which took place in broad daylight has left one man in his 50s in hospital.

The violent attack took place just before midday on Saturday, October 26, at The Bridge in Chippenham.

Ambulances were called to the scene and a victim who is aged in his 50s was left with serious injuries which required hospital treatment.

Although it remains unclear what provoked the attack on a busy street in the middle of the day, new CCTV footage has now been released showing a man who is believed to be connected.

Detectives working on the case say they now want to speak to the person in the CCTV image, who appears to be a male with short dark hair and facial hair.

He is seen on camera wearing a white t-shirt with a navy blue coat.

This man is believed to be connected to the assaultThis man is believed to be connected to the assault (Image: Wiltshire Police) Anyone who recognises the man or knows anything about his whereabouts has now been asked to contact Wiltshire Police to help in their investigation.

"We would like to hear from anyone who recognises the person in this CCTV image," said a spokesperson for Wiltshire Police.

"Anyone who knows who this person might be is asked to call us on 101 quoting log 54240126590

"You can also leave information anonymously by calling Crimestoppers on 0800 555111."