A man in his 50s was viciously attacked by two men and a woman at Donegall Pass in Belfast on Monday evening (9 December).
The man sustained a fractured eye socket and a fractured arm as a result of the serious assault and is currently receiving treatment in hospital.
The incident happened at around 6pm near the junction with Posnett Street.
Police say the men and woman had travelled to the area in a dark coloured car.
Detectives are appealing for information.
Officers are appealing for anyone who witnessed the assault or who has dash-cam footage which could be of assistance to their enquiries to contact detectives in Musgrave on 101 quoting reference number 1637 09/12/19.
Alternatively, information can also be provided to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 which is 100% anonymous and gives people the power to speak up and stop crime.