9:20pm Monday 6th July 2009
A MAN who was out celebrating his 19th birthday suffered serious head injuries when he was attacked by eight men in Swindon.
The incident happened outside the Regent Hotel in Victoria Road, Old Town, at 11.50pm on Friday.
He suffered serious head injuries and required multiple stitches.
Police have said the attack appeared to be motiveless.
DC Nick Bishop, of Swindon CID, said: “This area of town is busy with pedestrians and road traffic at this time, so we urge the public to contact us with information.”
Anyone with information is asked to call him on 0845 408 7000, ext 760110 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555111.
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