ST KILDA, VIC. — Police are investigating an assault in St Kilda after emergency services responded to reports that a man was found unconscious by a passerby on St Kilda Road about 12am on Saturday, May 2.
The 44-year-old man was taken to hospital with facial injuries that required stitches, as well as a broken collarbone.
“This was a vicious and completely unprovoked attack on a man who was simply walking home after a night out,” Senior Constable Daniel Vandebroek said.
It is understood that an unknown offender grabbed the victim from behind, as he was walking into an apartment foyer, before putting him in a headlock and throwing him to the ground.
Once the victim was on the ground, the offender stomped on the victim’s head and kicked him several times, causing the victim to lose consciousness.
The man is Caucasian in appearance, with a lean build, about 182cm tall, with brown unkempt hair. He was wearing a black T-shirt and light grey tracksuit pants.
“We’re asking the community to take a close look at the images and vision we’ve released. If you recognise this person or have any information that could help us identify them, please contact police,” Snr Const. Daniel Vandebroek said.
Police believe the attack was unprovoked.
Investigations are ongoing.
Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.
