A security guard at a club was attacked by a group of men after he asked for proof of age, police said yesterday.

The 39-year-old suffered injuries to his face and body after he asked members of the group for identification at the East End Mini Yacht Club in St George’s.

A police spokesman, who appealed for witnesses, said the security guard was taken to hospital for treatment and was later released.

He added a 38-year-old St George’s man had been arrested in connection with the incident and released on police bail pending further inquiries.

The incident happened on Saturday about 12.30am.

Witnesses or members of the public with information or video footage should contact the Criminal Investigation Department on 247-1744.

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