A MAN was assaulted during an attempted robbery by three men.

Sussex Police are appealing for information after the man was attacked as he walked home in Billingshurst.

The incident took place on a path between Berrall Way and Luxford Way between midnight and 1am on September 3.

Sussex Police said three men approached the man and demanded his phone and personal items.

The attackers were wearing dark clothing and hoods.

A Sussex Police spokesman said: “Witnesses and anyone who may have seen something suspicious in the area at the time are urged to come forward.

“Officers wish for anyone with any CCTV or doorbell camera footage to come forward.”

Information can be reported to Sussex Police online or call 101 and quote serial 426 of 03/09.

Alternatively call CrimeStoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.