Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted in Guildford Road, Portsmouth sometime between 3.30 and 5pm on Sunday, December 11.
A 24-year-old Polish man was walking home after work when he was approached by two men who demanded money from him. When he refused to hand it over they assaulted him and were joined by two other men. The man was assaulted by all four men.
A woman, who was standing nearby, saw what happened and screamed which drove the offenders away.
The man sustained severe swelling to his face, damage to his eye, grazes on his face and discomfort all over his body from being kicked.
Nothing was stolen.
Detective Constable Verity Lamb said: “We are keen to speak to anyone who may have witnessed this incident, particularly the woman who screamed when she saw what was happening. She may be able to help us identify the offenders.”
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
