Police have slammed the "shocking behaviour" of punters after a mass brawl outside a pub on the day hospitality venues welcomed back customers.

A fight broke out on King's Staith by the River Ouse in York at around 7.45pm on Monday, April 12, which saw one man in his 40s injured so badly, he needed hospital treatment.

A 45-second clip of the chaotic scenes outside the King's Arms was shared on social media which shows a group of people wrestling on the ground.

One man who was lying on the ground was kicked in the head before bystanders tried to break up the fight.

Two women that were involved in the original scuffle then get separated and one slaps the other. Another tussle ensues and one of the women is thrown forcibly to the ground by her hair.

Two ambulances were later seen attending the scene outside the King's Arms and Waterfront pubs.

North Yorkshire Police said they are expecting an increase of alcohol-related violence now that restrictions have eased.

Chief Inspector Charlotte Bloxham said: "An investigation is ongoing into that incident and there is an appeal for witnesses and information.

"Such behaviour is clearly shocking and won't be tolerated by the police."

She added: "As the lockdown eases and we see a return to our usual level of demand - which unfortunately does include alcohol-related violence and anti-social behaviour - there is no doubt that in the coming weeks and months we are going to be incredibly busy as the night time economy opens up again."

Anyone who witnessed the brawl and has not already spoken to police, is asked to contact the force on 101, quoting incident number 12210096720.