A MAN suffered facial injuries following a disturbance in a residential street.

Police were called to Runswick Avenue in Whitby at about 12.30am on Friday.

Officers found a man in his 50s with injuries to his face that required hospital treatment, including stitches.

A woman in her 40s was arrested in connection with the incident and released on conditional police bail,pending further enquiries.

North Yorkshire Police are appealing for witnesses.

Anyone with any information is asked to phone 101, selection option two and ask for Scarborough CID or email Nicholas.Burton@northyorkshire.pnn.police.uk

If you wish to remain anonymous, phone Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, quoting reference number 12200130753.