A trio of thugs repeatedly battered a man and left him with serious injuries in West Lothian.
The incident occurred around 1.30am on Sunday in a common stairwell of flats in Whitburn.
During the assault, the 37-year-old victim was punched in the face and kicked repeatedly.
He was taken to St John's Hospital and treated for serious facial injuries.
Three men are believed to have been involved, all wearing dark clothing with hooded tops.
Detective Constable Barry Carlin of Livingston CID said: "We are currently conducting inquiries in an attempt to trace the persons responsible for this vicious attack, which has resulted in the victim suffering serious facial injuries.
"There would have been a significant disturbance in the area and I would appeal to anyone who either witnessed the incident or saw anyone loitering in the area at the time to contact police immediately."
Police Scotland have asked anyone with information to contact 101 quoting incident 664 of May 28 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
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