A MAN in his 20s was punched in the face while travelling on a bus in Worcester.

The attack happened on the number 35 bus near Cranham Drive, when a man in his 20s was hit in the face by another man.

The attacker is then believed to have left with a woman and boarded another number 35 bus heading towards town.

Officers are appealing for witnesses to contact them as they continue an investigation into the assault.

The assault took place on Monday, November 13 at 5.20pm.

A number of people were on the bus and saw the attack.

Police have appealed for them to make contact with investigating officer PC 21000 Hines by calling 101, quoting incident number 632s of November 13.

Information can also be given anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers. Phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or go online to Crimestoppers-uk.org.