POLICE are investigating after a man was attacked in a Southampton park.

A 52-year-old man was left with facial injuries after being assaulted by three men in Palmerston Park.

They stole his mobile phone and £60 cash during the incident which happened on Sunday afternoon.

Yesterday officers arrested a 33-year-old man on suspicion of robbery in connection with the incident.

He was questioned and has since been released under investigation.

A police spokesperson said: "Officers would like to speak to anyone who saw this incident on Sunday afternoon. A police spokesperson said. Were you in Palmerston Park on Sunday 6 October between 1pm and 2.30pm. If you were, you might be able to help."

Anyone with any information is urged to call 101 quoting crime reference number 44190357265.