Police are appealing after a man suffered injuries when he

was attacked by a group of men on Linthorpe Road in Middlesbrough.

The incident happened around 9pm on Saturday 27th September outside the Kebab Centre. Following a verbal altercation, a 38-year-old man was assaulted by a large group of males, described as being of Asian appearance.

The man suffered significant injuries, which are not believed to be life-threatening. He remains in hospital and requires surgery for injuries to his ankle. He also suffered a black eye and cuts and bruises to his head.

Anyone who saw the incident, the males involved or has any

dashcam or CCTV footage which may assist police is asked to contact DC Yasmeen Hussain at Middlesbrough CID on 101, quoting reference 185867.

Footage can also be uploaded here:

Alternatively you can submit information to Crimestoppers anonymously

on 0800 555 111, or online at