Man needed 10 stitches in head after assault in Skegness pub

The victim was with his partner at the Waterhole pub in the resort when he became involved in an argument with Christopher Carter.

Phil Howes, prosecuting, said that two men went outside and during the incident that followed Carter punched the man who fell to the ground.

Carter then kicked the man who was left with a gash to the back of his head having fallen onto a pipe that was sticking out of the ground.

The victim was left with an injury that bled heavily and subsequently needed medical treatment.

Carter, 41, of Beresford Crescent, Skegness, admitted a charge of assault arising from the incident on 22 June 2019.

He was given a 12 month community order with a 20 day rehabilitation activity requirement order.

Neil Sands, in mitigation, said Carter had been out of trouble for over 20 years and handed himself in when he realised that police were looking for him.

He said that Carter pleaded guilty at the first opportunity and has shown remorse.

"He fully accepts that he is the author of his own misfortunes," said Mr Sands.