Police are appealing to the public for information in relation to an incident of stealing and assault which occurred at a Capalaba shopping centre on Friday March 11.
Police were called to the Moreton Bay Road shopping centre just before 6pm, where a 54-year-old Birkdale man was located with bruising and cuts to his face.
Initial investigations indicate the victim had approached a man he had seen leaving a store in possession of items he made no attempt to pay for.
An altercation has occurred in which the man repeatedly punched the 54-year-old causing him to fall to the ground where he was kicked several times. The man then ran from the scene.
The 54-year-old man was treated in hospital for facial injuries.
Detectives are releasing CCTV of a man they'd like to speak to in relation to the incident.
He's described as in his late 20's to early 30's, Caucasian in appearance, approximately 172cm tall with a slim build and brown hair.
At the time of the incident he was seen wearing grey shorts, thongs and a black shirt which was later removed.
Police are urging anyone who recognises him or has information in relation to the incident to come forward.
If you have information for police, contact Policelink by providing information using the online suspicious activity form 24hrs per day at www.police.qld.gov.au/reporting or call 131 444.
Report crime information anonymously via Crime Stoppers. Call 1800 333 000 or report online at www.crimestoppersqld.com.au.
