Thugs who left a young reveller with serious facial injuries are today being hunted by police.
Police say the 25-year-old was assaulted on Neville Street in Newcastle city centre during the early hours of Saturday morning.
The Chronicle understands the incident happened near the Centre for Life.
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The victim was taken to the Royal Victoria Infirmary by ambulance and is now recovering at home.
Police are now appealing for witnesses.
A Northumbria Police spokeswoman said: “Shortly after 4.40am on Saturday we received a report of an assault on Neville Street.
“A 25-year-old man was taken to hospital with serious injuries to his face.
“An investigation into the incident is on-going. Anyone with information is asked to contact us."
Call Northumbria Police on 101 quoting log NP-20220604-02016.
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