Man left with serious injuries after being attacked in Inverness

A man was taken to hospital with serious injuries after he was attacked in Inverness.

He was in the Chapel Street area at the entrance to the John Fraser funeral home when the assault occurred at 2am this morning.

Police have said he may have been attacked by more than one individual who are believed to have made their way to Church Street after the incident.

Several members of the public are known to have assisted the victim, contacted emergency services and may have witnessed the attack taking place.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact Police in Inverness on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.