AN investigation is underway and three men are in police custody after an injured man was discovered in woodland off The Weal in Weston, Bath.

Police were alerted just after 3am on Wednesday, June 4, after a caller reportedly heard someone shouting in pain.

The officers attended and soon found a man in a tent in the woods. He had significant head injuries. He went to hospital for treatment and his injuries are not currently believed to be life-threatening.

Three men in their thirties have since been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. All four are believed to be known to one another.

Residents can expect to see an increased police presence in the area as further enquiries, including forensic examinations, are carried out.

The investigation is in the early stages. Anyone with information, including CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage, is asked to contact police.

If anyone can help, call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5225155033, or complete the online appeals form.

People can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their Anonymous Online Form.

No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and people will not go to court or have to speak to police when contacting Crimestoppers.