Detective Senior Constable Paul Glew, of Kingston CIU, said a fight between two groups at a nearby hotel supposedly ended when security staff intervened and ejected the troublemaker and his mates, 1pm.
A short time later the victim also left the venue and walked up to Main St. There, he was spotted by the offender who ran up to him and punched him repeatedly in the face, causing extensive swelling and bruising.
Anyone with information is asked to call Detective Glew, 9556 6111 or Crime Stoppers 1800 333 000.
First published in the Chelsea Mordialloc Mentone News – 14 December 2016
