An investigation has been launched following the publication of a video of two Transport Malta officers punching a man lying face down on the ground.

The alleged incident happened on Qormi Road in Marsa, on 26 October.

News reports read that the motorist had been pulled over for drink driving.

The video, posted by Lovin Malta, shows a Transport Malta official getting off his motorbike, heading over to the man who was face down on the ground and punching him in the head, while another officer also joined in.

Another officer later turns up to restrain his colleague, pulling him away.

Someone is heard shouting for the officers to stop beating the man lying on the ground.

The police are also investigating.