Griffith Police search for suspect after alleged late-night 'punch in the face' on Banna Avenue

The alleged incident occurred on Griffith’s main street, Banna Avenue. Photo: Wikimedia Commons.

Griffith Police are appealing for public information to assist with their enquiries about an alleged assault on Banna Avenue.

District Inspector Glenn Smith told Region the alleged incident occurred at about 2:15 am on Sunday (16 February).

A 29-year-old man was outside a licensed premises on Banna Ave, when an unknown man allegedly approached him and punched him once in the face with a closed fist.

This allegedly caused the 29-year-old man to fall backwards and the back of his head to strike the bitumen, causing a large wound.

A witness rendered assistance to the alleged victim. Police were in the area and were alerted to the incident.

Officers called an ambulance, who conveyed the man to Griffith Base Hospital, as he was suffering from concussion.

The person who allegedly struck the 29-year-old man is described as Pacific Islander in appearance, of large build, with a ‘rat’s tail’ hairstyle and wearing a white/cream-coloured shirt and dark pants. This man was also captured on CCTV in the area.

Police are appealing for anyone who was in the area and knows the identity of the male suspect to contact Griffith Police Station on 6969 4299 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.