Police are appealing for information about an assault in Patchway last Tuesday night (4th October 2011).
The incident occurred between 8pm and 9pm.
The victim, a man in his 50s, was at a kebab van in Callicroft Road. He saw a younger man being assaulted and when he stepped in to stop the assault he was struck with a metal implement.
The suspect left the scene in a silver car with blue wheels which is believed to be a Vauxhall Corsa.
The suspect is described as a white man, 5′ 8″ tall, and in his mid-20s. He had an athletic build, short dark gelled hair and was wearing a white top with blue stripes and bright blue trainers.
An investigation is underway to identify the person responsible and locate the young man who was originally assaulted.
Anyone with information should contact Avon and Somerset Police on the non-emergency number 101. Alternatively, phone the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555111.
