A CCTV image has been released of a man police wish to speak to in connection with an assault in Worcester.

The incident happened on Monday, December 22 at around 7.50pm on Foregate Street.

A taxi driver was parked in his vehicle at the taxi rank when he was assaulted by a man in the cab.

Another man approached the driver and assaulted him through the car window.

The victim managed to get away but after a short chase, was further assaulted by the first man outside the Whitehouse Hotel.

He sustained minor facial injuries during the incident.

The first offender is white, in his mid 20s, of a stocky build, around 5ft 10in and has a beard.

He was wearing a black jacket and black trousers.

His partner is described as white, 6ft, in his late 40s, with short blonde hair and was wearing a blue puffer style jacket and jeans.

Anyone who recognises the man in the image should call police on 101, quoting incident 629S of December 22.

Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.