Police are appealing for public assistance as they continue to investigate an assault in Sydney last year.
Officers attached to Sydney City Police Area Command were called to a convenience store on Argyle Street, The Rocks, about 3.50am Sunday 26 June 2022, and found a 43-year-old man suffering facial and head injuries.
Police were told the man had been assaulted by a group of men who left the scene in a black SUV.
He was treated at the scene by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to St Vincent's Hospital in a serious condition. He underwent surgery for a broken jaw and other serious facial injuries.
Police established a crime scene and launched an investigation into the incident.
As inquiries continue, police would like to speak with two men who may be able to assist investigators.
The first man is described as being aged in his 20s, of Pacific Islander/Maori appearance and short dark hair. At the time of the incident, he was wearing dark-coloured clothes.
The second man is also believed to be in his 20s, is described as being of Pacific Islander/Maori appearance and having dark curly hair in a ponytail. At the time of the incident, he was wearing a white shirt and light pants and shoes.
Anyone with footage or information about this incident is urged to contact Sydney City police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au. Information is treated in strict confidence. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
