A MAN has been arrested after a university lecturer was subjected to a racist attack whilst jogging in Southampton. 

On Tuesday, Dr Peng Wang, a lecturer at the University of Southampton was out jogging when a group of four men drove past in a car shouting abuse at him. 

Police say that the men then got out the car, approached Dr Wang, and proceeded to punch and kick him to the ground. 

The incident, which officers have confirmed was racially aggravated, happened at around 4.15pm on Vosper Road.

Dr Wang, who is originally from China and aged 37, was taken to hospital with injuries to his face and elbow. 

Police have now arrested a 23-year-old man, from Southampton, on suspicion of racially aggravated assault.

He remains in custody at this time and police are continuing to investigate. 

Chief Inspector Ricky Dhanda said: “Any crime that is committed through ignorance, prejudice or hate is unacceptable and will not be tolerated in our city.

“We would like to hear from anyone who witnessed this incident or has any dash-cam footage to get in touch.”

Anyone with any information that may assist our investigation should call us on 101 quoting 44210068580.

Alternatively people can call Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.