A MAN who stepped out for some fresh air was robbed and beaten outside his home.

The incident occurred shortly before 3.20am on Saturday November 6, the 52-year-old victim left his flat in De Cham Road, St Leonards, and was standing at the junction with adjacent Cloudesley Road when he was attacked by two men.

They grabbed and repeatedly punched him, stealing cash before making off.

The victim received hospital treatment for cuts and bruises to his face and leg.

Investigator Bernadette Peters said: "This was a vicious and random attack on a resident who was simply relaxing just outside his own home."

The assailants are described as white, slim, aged about 18, wearing hoodies and jogging bottoms.

If you were in the area at around that time and saw anything suspicious, or if you have any other information, please contact police either online or by calling 101, quoting serial 211 of 06/11.

Witnesses can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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