CCTV images have been released today of two men police want to speak to in connection with an assault which led to the closure of a Hitchin street.

The Comet: Police want to speak to this man in connection with the incident.Police want to speak to this man in connection with the incident. (Image: Archant)

An 18-year-old man sustained a black eye and a swollen nose during the incident, which took place in Brand Street shortly before 3am on Sunday.

Officers, who issued a dispersal notice to around 20 people afterwards and shut the road, want to talk to the two men pictured as part of their investigations.

Anyone who recognises them is asked to contact PC Jody Perrin via the non-emergency number 101, quoting crime reference G1/15/1843.

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