POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a 51-year-old man was assaulted by a baseball bat-wielding gang in Luton.
The attack happened in Dallow Road, near Brantwood Park, last Tuesday (October 25), between 5pm and 6pm.
Four to five youths of Asian appearance and wearing sports clothing, approached the victim and began to assault him in what is believed to be an unprovoked attack.
The man was taken to the Luton and Dunstable Hospital and received eight staples to the cut before allowed to return home.
Det Con Colin Knight, investigating, is keen to speak to anyone who saw the assault.
Anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact Det Con Knight, in confidence, on 01582 473142, or text 07786 200011.