Appeal issued in Havant assault investigation

We are appealing for witnesses to come forward after a 53-year-old man was assaulted in West Street, Havant.

It took place sometime between 8.30pm and 9.40pm on Monday 14 October.

It was reported that three men, armed with pieces of wood, approached the victim and assaulted him.

The victim was taken to Queen Alexandra Hospital in Portsmouth with an arm and head injury.

The three men were all described as riding mountain bikes.

The first man is described as:

•         white
•         around 5ft 11ins tall
•         aged 18 to 19 years
•         of large build
•         short, dark brown hair
•         had a moustache which had thin, dark hair

The other two men are described as:

•         white
•         around 17 years of age
•         around 5ft 9ins tall
•         of medium build
•         short, mousey brown hair
•         wearing a waterproof parker-style jackets with grey fluffy lining on the hood.

We are keen to hear from anyone who was in this area at the time. Did you see what happened? Do you remember seeing three people as described?

Anyone with information should call police on 101, quoting the crime reference number 44190368266.

Alternatively, people can call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111, where information can be left anonymously.