A resident of Chestnut Lane reported being physically assaulted outside his home early Sunday morning, according to the Davis Police Department.
Lt. Art Camacho said the victim heard a noise outside his house, located in the 900 block, shortly after 2 a.m. and went into the front yard to investigate the source.
“That’s where he encountered the suspect, who immediately attacked him,” Camacho said. The victim said he was repeatedly punched in the face and knocked to the ground while the suspect asked if he had any money.
The suspect fled on foot empty-handed. He was described as a white male, 30 to 40 years old, about 5-foot-9 to 5-foot-10 and 160 pounds, with “bluish” eyes and wearing a black medical mask. He was last seen wearing jeans and a black T-shirt.
“It was completely random. He (the victim) has not idea who this person is,” Camacho said.
Because of the demand for money, police are investigating the incident as an attempted robbery, Camacho said. Anyone with information is asked to contact Davis police at 530-747-5400.