Banyule-Nillumbik Crime Investigation Unit detectives are investigating after a rideshare driver was seriously assaulted by two males in Lower Plenty last month.
Detectives have been told the victim accepted a rideshare job from a residential address in Warrandyte about 2.30pm on 17 May.
Whilst transporting the four males in his vehicle, the offenders began smoking and using offensive language, so the victim cancelled their ride and dropped them on Main Road, Lower Plenty.
Shortly after exiting the vehicle, two males set-upon the victim on Main Road, punching and kicking him repeatedly while he was in the middle of the road.
Passers-by intervened and came to the victim's aid before the two offending males fled the scene.
The 39-year-old Doncaster man sustained a broken nose, facial swelling and bruising which required hospital admission.
Detectives have released images and CCTV of two males they believe may be able to assist with their investigation.
The first male is perceived to be Caucasian in appearance, aged between 18 and 20-years-old with short brown hair.
He was wearing a grey hooded jumper and dark tracksuit pants.
The second male is perceived to be Middle Eastern in appearance, aged between 18 and 20-years-old with short black hair and a goatee beard.
He was wearing a grey jumper and black tracksuit pants.
Anyone who witnessed the incident, with footage or information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or anonymously at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
