Man's jaw broken in unprovoked Sandwell attack
A man required surgery after his jaw was broken in two places following an unprovoked attack in Tipton.
The 35-year-old was walking along Upper Church Lane when two men walked passed him, before turning and punching him once to the face.
The pair then ran off along the street and got into a white Ford Transit van, with an opening door on the nearside, possibly between a 51 to 52 registration plate.
Police have appealed for information on the attack which took place at around midday on December 15.
The first offender is described as an Asian man, in his mid 20s - mid 30s, of stocky build, black brushed back hair, approximately 5ft 8in to 6ft in height.
He is described as having very large hands, wearing a dark green short sleeved t-shirt and blue jeans.
The second man was also Asian and in his mid 20s - mid 30s, of medium build, with short black hair, approximately 5ft 4in tall, wearing a dark blue tracksuit top with a hood and bottoms.
Pc James Finnegan, who is leading the inquiry, said: "This was a vicious and unprovoked attack on a lone man in broad daylight. As a result of their actions, this man suffered a broken jaw, in two places, and needed surgery.
"We want to hear from anyone who knows these two men or who has information to help us with this investigation."
Anyone with information are asked to all the police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
