Police release CCTV images after man's jaw is broken in vicious gang attack at Havant pub
The 21-year-old victim was with his girlfriend in the The Old House at Home, in South Street, when he was pounced on.
One man smacked him in the face before a second lout lobbed a bottle at the victim.
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Hide AdPub staff had to jump in to stop a third man from joining in the attack on the 21-year-old.
A spokeswoman for Hampshire police said: '˜The victim was with his girlfriend at a table in the bar when he was approached by the first male and punched in the face.
'˜A second man then came into the pub and threw a bottle at the victim. A third male then attempted to join in and had to be restrained by staff.
'˜The victim had to be taken to hospital where he underwent surgery for a broken jaw.'
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Hide AdThe incident took place between 8.15pm and 9pm on Friday, November 23, police said today.
The force has now released CCTV images of three men they would like to track down in relation to the attack.
Witnesses or anyone who recognises the men are urged to call police on 101, quoting reference 44180439952, or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.