Jaci Hicken
Traralgon police are seeking witnesses after a man was assaulted in an unprovoked attack outside the shopping centre entry in Franklin street on Wednesday 15 June at about 12.20 pm
Police have been told that the man was sitting on a bench just outside the shopping centre entry when he was struck on the head without warning.
The man who attacked the victim yelled at him and accused him of touching his girlfriend.
The physical assault continued out onto the road of the carpark as the victim tried to defend himself.
An acquaintance of the main offender also punched the 55-year-old man which caused him to fall to the ground before the main offender then tried to stomp on the victim’s head.
A number of witnesses in the vicinity of the attack pleaded with the men to stop.
A third man also believed known to the offenders appeared to film the incident.
The victim, who it is believed wasn’t seriously injured, was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Police have released images and CCTV of three men they believe can assist with their inquiries.
The first man is described as Caucasian with a medium build and has short fair hair. He was wearing a grey windcheater and grey and white track pants.
The second man is described as Caucasian with dark hair. He was wearing a white peaked cap backward, jeans and a black coat.
The third man is described as having a slim build and was wearing a beanie and fluro and black jacket and tradie style orange t-shirt.
Police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward.
They are also appealing for anyone with information about the identity of the men involved to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a confidential report via www.crimstoppersvic.com.au.
