Police are appealing for witnesses following an assault that occurred in Cranbourne on Sunday 3 December at approximately 8:15pm.
Investigators believed that the victim was in the south-western car park at Casey Fields, Cranbourne East in the vicinity of the soccer pitches when he was approached and assaulted by a group of approximately 10 youths.
The victim sustained minor injuries and was conveyed to hospital.
At the time of the incident, it has been reported that a group of bystanders were present and assisted the victim in being further assaulted.
Police are keen to speak to any of these bystanders, or anyone else one who was in the area at the time and witnessed the incident.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Casey Crime Investigation Unit on 9705 3111, Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit an online confidential report at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au and quote incident number 230426066.
