Police are appealing for public assistance as an investigation continues into an alleged assault in Sydney's south.
About 8.10pm on Monday 22 December 2025, police were called to a licensed premises on Forest Road, Hurstville, following reports of an assault.
Officers attached to St George Police Area Command were told a 26-year-old man was assaulted by a man unknown to him.
The man was treated by NSW Ambulance paramedics before being taken to hospital in a stable condition.
A crime scene was established as police commenced an investigation into the incident.
As inquiries continue, detectives have released CCTV footage and images of a man who they believe can assist with their inquiries.
The man is described as being of Mediterranean/Middle Eastern appearance, aged in his 50s, about 175cm tall, of medium build, with black hair.
He is depiected wearing a black t-shirt, black shorts, black shoes and a black cap.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Crime Stoppers: 1800 333 000 or https://nsw.crimestoppers.com.au Information is managed on a confidential basis. The public is reminded not to report information via NSW Police social media pages.
