AN INVESTIGATION has been launched after a man suffered a head injury following an assault in Burnham-on-Sea. 

Police were called at 8.15pm on Sunday (March 4) to the former S&A Linens store on High Street following reports of an assault. 

A 60-year-old man suffered a head injury and was taken to Musgrove Park Hospital for treatment. 

Police are appealing for any witnesses to the incident to come forward. 

A spokesman for Avon and Somerset Police, said: "We are investigating an incident which happened between 7.30pm and 8pm on Sunday, March 4. 

"A 60-year-old victim was taken to Musgrove Park Hospital after suffering a head injury. 

"Enquiries into the incident are ongoing."

If you have any information about the incident call the police on 101 and quote reference number 5218047237.