Police need help identifying man viciously beaten in Takanini

The man is in hospital in a serious condition after being beaten with a baseball bat on Great South Rd, Takanini. Photo / Google

Police still do not know the name of the man who was bashed with a baseball bat in Takanini on Tuesday.

Detective Senior Sergeant Karen Bright of Counties Manukau Police sought the public's help to identify the man, who is Indian.

The man was left severely beaten on the footpath at approximately 10.20pm on Tuesday night on Great South Road, Takanini, Bright said.

"The public response has been positive in assisting police with their inquiries, however the male still remains unidentified.

"It is critically important to identify this male, so his family and friends can offer him support while he remains in a serious condition.

"Police are asking that the public check on their friends, employees and work colleagues if they haven't heard from or seen them since late Tuesday evening."

Anyone who saw the assault or knows anything about the man is asked to call Bright on 09 261 1321, or leave an anonymous tip with Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.