A man needed 26 stitches in his face after being attacked in Poynters Road in Luton on Saturday afternoon.
The 22-year-old was walking with his friend near the Leagrave High Street junction when they were approached by three men they didn’t know at about 4.20 - 4.50pm.
One of the men said something like “what are you saying” and pulled a kitchen knife out and cut the victim across the face.
All three offenders then made off and the victim had to spend the night in hospital having the five-inch cut in his face treated.
The three men are all described as being black, in their early 20s and wearing dark clothing.
Call Beds Police on 101 if you witnessed this attack, or text information to 07786 200011.