A MAN's jaw was broken in a fight in Winchester for which three teenagers from Southampton have been arrested.

Police are appealing for witnesses to what they described as an 'altercation' in a busy nightlife spot at around 2.30am yesterday.

The fight happened in Jewry Street in Winchester city centre, which has several bars and restaurants.

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The victim was a man in his twenties, police said.

Officers have since arrested two 19-year-old men and a 17-year-old boy, all from Southampton, on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm.

They were taken into police custody and have now been bailed as officers continue to investigate what happened.

A spokesman for the force confirmed that 'enquiries into the exact circumstances of the incident are ongoing' which is why the public's help is needed.

They said: "We are keen to hear from anyone who was in Jewry Street and who may have witnessed the incident.

"Anyone with information can submit this on our website, quoting the reference 44230209574, alternatively they can call 101."