Police are investigating after a man was allegedly punched and provoked by youths in Invercargill.
The incident was filmed on the corner of Elles Rd and Grace St at 6.15pm on Thursday, and police said were looking for the teenagers involved.
The man can be heard saying, "Na, I'm not picking on 14-year-olds'' to two young men as he stands with his shopping bags.
It's alleged one of them hits the man in the face.
A security guard approached and separated the group, and the man is again assaulted.
The incident has been reported to police.
A police spokeswoman said they would not tolerate anyone - regardless of their age - using violence and intimidation against other members of the public.
"This is assault and anyone who is found to be involved in activities such as this can expect to face criminal charges.
"Police cannot be on every street corner every hour of the day and rely on the public to report any observed suspicious and criminal behaviour.
"If you see something, tell us immediately. We will do something about it.''
The spokeswoman said anyone who sees incidents such as this should call 111 in the first instance.
If anyone had further information regarding Thursday's assault, they should report it to their local police station.
