A MAN suffered multiple fractures in a vicious and unprovoked attack on St Patrick’s Day.

Police are investigating the assault which happened at around 11.30pm on Friday, March 17.

A 27-year-old man was punched to the ground in Boyces Street, Brighton, and then repeatedly stamped on by a man.

He suffered hairline fractures to his nose, cheek bones and jaw and one of his front teeth was knocked out.

He went to hospital for treatment.

Detective Constable David Rose said: “This was a nasty, unprovoked attack which left the victim in a lot of pain.

“We want to hear from anyone who witnessed the assault or can identify the man.”

Anyone with information can contact police by emailing 101@sussex.pnn.police.uk or ringing 101.