THREE robbers knocked a man to the ground, kicked him and stamped on his head before leaving him unconscious on the ground.

The 57-year-old Southampton man was walking along Mount Pleasant Road after drinking in The Old Farmhouse when the attack happened.

They took his jacket containing wallet, keys and mobile phone.

A passer by found the victim who sustained serious bruising to his face and neck and needed treatment at Southampton General Hospital.

Police are investigating the incident on Thursday between 10.30pm and 11.10pm. They want to speak to two people that helped the victim.

Anyone with information should contact police on 0845 045 4545 or call Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.