POLICE want to speak to a man after a house party assault left another man with a fractured jaw.

Officers have today released a statement wishing to speak to Jesse Rivers, 22, from Blackburn after a 28-year-old man from Colne was punched at the party in Hargrove Avenue, Padiham, in the early hours of New Year's Day.

Rivers is described as white, around 5ft 9inches, of medium build with light brown hair.

Aside from Blackburn, he also has links to Blackpool.

PC Jackie Hodgson said: “If anyone has seen Jesse Rivers or know where he is, please contact us as soon as possible.

"Similarly, I would urge Rivers himself if he sees this message to hand himself in at the nearest police station."

Anyone with information is asked to call 07866 781989 or call 101, quoting log number 334 of January 1st.