A BOUNCER suffered head and facial injuries in an assault at a Scarborough nightclub and police are appealing for witnesses.

The alleged assault happened inside the Sanctuary nightclub on St Nicholas Street at around 2.20am on Sunday, March 13.

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The victim is a security staff member and he needed medical treatment for his injuries.

Two local men, aged 24 and 18, were arrested at the scene on suspicion of assault.

Following questioning, they have been released under investigation while enquiries continue.

Sanctuary nightclub was very busy at the time of the incident and police are urging people to come forward if they witnessed the incident or have information that could assist the investigation.

Cntact North Yorkshire Police on 101, select option 2, and ask for Sylvia Matla.

You can also email sylvia.matla@northyorkshire.police.uk.

Quote the North Yorkshire Police reference number 12220042827.