A HUGE group of diners abused and threatened staff at an upmarket restaurant in Winchester city centre, ultimately refusing to pay their bill.

Now, police have released a photo in their search for some of the men involved in the incident.

Officers investigating the incident, at Cote Brasserie, High Street on July 20, are hoping to identify them as part of their enquiries.

It was reported that a group of around 28 people were abusive and threatening to staff, and refused to pay their bill.

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Cote Brasserie, a French restaurant on Winchester High Street (Image: Google)

As part of the investigation, a 40-year-old man from Eastleigh has been issued a community resolution for assault and public order.

Police are now looking to identify the men whose faces are visible in the photo above.

While the picture is blurry, they hope someone who knows them or has seen them may be able to help.

Anyone with any information is asked to call 101, citing the reference number 4424309051.