Police are investigating after a "serious assault" outside a takeaway in Bury town centre last month.

The attack happened outside Dixy Chicken on Bolton Street between 5.10am and 5.20am on Sunday, September 1.

Greater Manchester Police are now looking for anyone who may have captured the assault on camera.

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A force spokesperson said: "Police are investigating a serious assault which occurred between 5.10am and 5.20am on Sunday, September 1 outside of Dixy Chicken on Bolton Street in Bury town centre.

"We are interested in any footage which may have captured this incident.

"Additionally, anybody who may have witnessed this incident are encouraged to come forward."

Anyone who can help with the appeal is asked to contact PC Roberts by emailing 19331@gmp.police.uk, quoting incident number 643 of September 1.

Alternatively, people can call police on 101 or contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.