A MAN received cuts to his face, after being hit by a flying bottle in a bar.

The incident happened on Saturday at about 1am in Chic Bar, Hitchin, when the victim – a 20-year-old man – had a bottle thrown at him.

Detective Sergeant Pete Hankins, from Hitchin Local Crime Unit, is investigating.

He said: “This was a nasty incident which left the victim requiring hospital treatment on his face.

“I am particularly keen to speak with a black male who is around 5ft 8inches tall with shoulder-length braided hair and was wearing a checked shirt, as we believe he may have vital information which could assist our investigation.”

Anyone who can help is asked to call DS Hankins on 101 quoting crime reference number G1/12/1835 or Crimestopper in confidence on 0800 555 111.