Police are searching for two teenagers after a late-night attack in Hartlepool.
The incident took place on Raby Road when two teenage boys approached the victim from behind and "punched and kicked him".
The assault was reported by a resident of the area, who heard a commotion in the street at around 10.30pm on Friday, September 6.
The victim - who was wearing a black hoody - left the area prior to police arrival, and officers are now appealing for them to get in touch to let them know how he is.
The suspects are described as two boys in their teens, one with short, light brown hair, wearing a black t-shirt and black trousers and riding a black bike.
The second suspect had dark hair and was wearing black trousers and a black puffer jacket.
A full statement from police said: "Police in Hartlepool are appealing for information after a male was assaulted on Raby Road in the town at around 10.30pm on Friday 6th September.
"The incident was reported by a resident of the area, who heard the commotion in the street. Two teenage boys approached the victim from behind and punched and kicked him.
"The victim had left the area prior to police arrival, and officers are now appealing for the victim to get in touch and let us know how he is. He was wearing a black hoody.
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"The suspects are described as two boys in their teens, one with short, light brown hair, wearing a black t-shirt and black trousers and riding a black bike. The second suspect had dark hair and was wearing black trousers and a black puffer jacket.
"The suspects appeared to be accompanied by a group of teenagers, both girls and boys.
"Please call 101, quoting SE24172525, with any information."
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