Avon and Somerset police are appealing for witnesses after a woman was assaulted in Keynsham yesterday (Monday, 9 May).

The victim was walking her dog in fields off Severus Street when she was punched and kicked by another woman after she asked her to keep her German Sheppard dog on its lead.

The incident happened at approximately 1.10pm.

Police are aware a video of the incident has been posted online and say they'd like to reassure people we've launched an investigation into it.

Officers have visited the victim at home and have taken a statement from her and her husband.

Officers have identified two people they 're keen to talk to and enquiries into the incident are ongoing.

As part of the investigation, officers will be reviewing CCTV from the area while neighbourhood officers will also be carrying out reassurance patrols.

Anyone with information which could help the enquiry is asked to call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5222109359.