Five men sought over 'brutal' assault in Horley

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Image caption, Surrey Police would like to speak to the men in connection with the assault in Horley

Five men are being sought by police in connection with a serious assault.

A man in his 40s suffered a wound to his head and a broken foot when he was attacked by a group of men wielding a length of wood in Horley town centre.

Surrey Police said the "brutal and horrifying attack" happened in the car park of the Iceland store, off the High Street, at about 01:00 BST.

Officers have released CCTV images of the men they would like to speak to in connection with the assault.

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Image caption, Police are appealing for the public's help in identifying the five men

Anyone who witnessed the attack or events leading up to it is also asked to contact police.