A GANG set upon a young man in a so far unexplained attack.

The 20-year-old victim was assaulted in Bembrook Road, Hastings by a group of four other men.

He suffered minor injuries but did not need medical treatment.

Police believe a white car or small white van in the area near Croft Road may have been linked to the crime.

It happened at 8.20pm on Sunday, May 16.

Detective Constable Mitchell Humby said: “The exact motive for this attack is unknown at present, although it is an isolated incident and there is nothing to suggest there is any wider threat to the public.

“We would like to speak to anyone who lives in the Bembrook Road/Croft Road area or who was there that evening and may have witnessed the assault or a group of men chasing after someone.

“We are also particularly interested in speaking to anyone who may have seen a white car or possibly a small van driving suspiciously around the same time and location.

"If you can help in any way, please contact us.”

Sussex Police can be contacted online or by calling 101 and quote serial 1168 of 16/05.