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A SHOCKING video shows the moment a pub-goer was punched out of his seat by a thug in an unprovoked attack.

The 45-year-old bloke can be seen sitting alone in the smoking area of the Association Bar in Ripley, Derbys., when he is viciously assaulted in front of other drinkers.

The 45-year-old man was sitting in the Association Bar smoking area when he was brutally attacked
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The 45-year-old man was sitting in the Association Bar smoking area when he was brutally attackedCredit: Derbyshire Police

A short clip taken from CCTV shows the lout clatter the man in the face with such force that he falls out of his seat.

And then just moments after the attack, a young woman can be seen strolling past with a drink in her hand as the victim lies in horrendous agony on the ground.

Social media users have expressed their fury at the senseless attack.

Writing on Facebook, Anita Dadge said: "Why did only one person go to his assistance after the event."

A thug in a green shirt punches the man in the face, knocking him to the ground
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A thug in a green shirt punches the man in the face, knocking him to the groundCredit: Derbyshire Police
The knock-out punch leaves the victim on the floor while his attacker leans over him before calmly walking away
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The knock-out punch leaves the victim on the floor while his attacker leans over him before calmly walking awayCredit: Derbyshire Police
Two people go to his aid while others walk pass as though nothing's happened
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Two people go to his aid while others walk pass as though nothing's happenedCredit: Derbyshire Police
Cops are now hunting for this man in connection with the horrific assault
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Cops are now hunting for this man in connection with the horrific assaultCredit: Derbyshire Police

Helen stone wrote: "Disgusting animal."

Bec Avery added: "Gutless."

Derbyshire Police are hunting for the thug who attacked the man at 2.30am on September 30.

A police spokesperson said: "The victim was sitting in the smoking area of the bar, in Church Street, when he was approached by a man who punched him in the head causing him to fall to the floor.

"The incident is believed to have happened at around 2.30am and is captured in the accompanying CCTV footage.

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"Officers have also released three images of a man they would like to speak to about the incident."

If you recognise the attacker, please contact Derbyshire Police directly quoting reference number 18000468855 and the name of the case officer, PC Harley Walker.

You can alternatively call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.

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