A MAN had his jaw broken in two places after being punched several times in the face in Taunton last Sunday.

The victim, a 32-year-old man, was outside the Animal store in East Street between 12.45am and 1.15am when the attack happened.

The offender is described as white, aged in his mid 20s, about 5ft 11ins tall, of stocky build with quite short, flat dark hair.

The offender, who was accompanied by one or two other men, made off on foot down Magdalene Lane.

Anyone with any information about the incident is asked to contact Taunton CID on 0845-4567000.

Alternatively, contact Crimestoppers, which is free and anonymous, on 0800-555111.