Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted at the taxi rank at Gunwharf Quays sometime between 12.40 and 1am on Sunday, December 18.
A 25-year-old man was waiting for a taxi when he became involved in an altercation with four men. One of the men punched him in the face before getting into a taxi.
The man attended Queen Alexandra hospital. He sustained a fracture to his cheek and a broken bone under his eye.
Det Con Verity Lamb said: “At this time of night, especially at this time of year, Gunwharf Quays and the taxi rank would have been very busy.
“Were you there at the time this incident took place? Could you help identify those responsible?”
Can you help?
Anyone with information should contact DC Lamb at Fratton police station on 101 or call the Crimestoppers charity anonymously on 0800 555 111. Mini-Com users can call 01962 875000. From outside Hampshire and the Isle of Wight, please call 0845 045 45 45. To contact an officer please use our Contact an Officer Form
