A 21-year-old man was knocked unconscious, punched and stomped on, during an altercation with a group of men in Invercargill.

A statement from police said the man was "repeatedly punched and stomped about the head" by four men as he lay unconscious on the ground.

The incident happened on the corner of Esk and Kelvin streets, about 2.05am on Sunday.

A police spokeswoman said the man was assessed at hospital for his injuries.

It was not known whether he was known to the attackers or if alcohol was involved, she said.

Police are seeking witnesses to the attack and would like to speak with the occupants of a Ford Falcon or Fairmont vehicle that was seen leaving the area shortly after the incident.



The vehicle is described as an early model Ford, light metallic coloured with mag or alloy wheels, tinted windows and a dark coloured stripe running the length of the vehicle.







Anyonewith information is asked to contact Invercargill Police or can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.