Mooroolbark Police are seeking public assistance to identify a man linked with a group of protesters.
A victim was attempting to enter his place of work on Thursday 2 November around 6.10am when he was denied entry by the protesters who were not affiliated with the business.
The employee was then assaulted by a male.
This male is described as a being aged in his 40s, bald, and wearing a blue and orange high visibility jumper, blue pants and brown work boots.
Words of abuse were yelled at the victim who became frightened for their safety.
Police have released an image of the male they believe could help with the investigation.
Anyone who can identify this male is urged to contact Mooroolbark Police on (03) 9725 9999.