A man was assaulted by a group of people in Carlisle city centre in the early hours.
The incident happened on Botchergate and the man, in his early 20s, suffered head and facial injuries.
Police said a number of people were reported to have taken part in the assault.
Anyone with information or who witnessed the incident can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit quoting incident number 44 of August 7, for the attention of PC 2725 or call 101.
Alternatively, call the independent charity Crimestoppers, completely anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
