A MAN has been injured after an unknown substance was thrown in his face outside a bar.

Police are seeking to locate a man who is wanted in connection with the incident outside Blue Bar Cafe in Pevensey Road, Eastbourne, on Friday, February 11.

The suspect is reported to have sprayed an unknown liquid into the face of a 26-year-old local man at about 10.50pm.

The victim was taken to hospital for treatment and has since been discharged to continue his recovery at home.

Two other men were also hit with the substance and received immediate first aid.

The Argus: Police are seeking to locate a man who is wanted in connection with the incident outside Blue Bar Café in Pevensey Road, Eastbourne, on Friday, February 11 Police are seeking to locate a man who is wanted in connection with the incident outside Blue Bar Café in Pevensey Road, Eastbourne, on Friday, February 11

All three reported experiencing pain and discomfort to their eyes.

Detectives are continuing enquiries to gather evidence and to locate the man pictured.

Anyone who recognises this man or has any information about the incident is urged to report it online or call 101, quoting serial 1393 of 11/02.

You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or report it online.