A MAN in his 30s was punched and knocked to the floor in a basketball courts in Winklebury.

The incident happened between 4pm and 4.30pm on Monday, October 3. A man was assaulted by another man in the basketball courts in Winklebury Park.

The victim, a man in his 30s, was punched and knocked to the ground. He was taken to hospital to be treated for a fractured jaw.

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The suspect has been described as being white, aged between 20 and 30 and around 5ft 4ins tall. He was wearing a bright blue coat at the time of the incident.

Officers have launched an investigation and are now appealing for information.

A spokesperson from Hampshire Police said: "Were you in the area at the time? Did you witness the incident? Do you have any CCTV images or dash-cam footage that could help with our investigation?

"Anyone with information is asked to call us on 101, quoting the reference number 44220402267."

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You can also submit information online via hampshire.police.uk

Alternatively, you can contact independent charity, Crimestoppers, anonymously on 0800 555 111.