Constable Vicky Mullan reported that the exact cause of the altercation remains unclear, but it seems the perpetrator became “agitated” due to the delay while waiting in line at the car wash.

“It appears to be a case of road rage, stemming from the offender’s impatience about entering the car wash,” Mullan explained.

The aggressor left the scene in a silver Haval H6 SUV, failing to offer any assistance to the injured party.

After initially returning home, the victim eventually took a taxi to Dandenong Hospital upon noticing his vision was affected by the attack.

Medical scans later confirmed that the victim sustained a broken nose and a fractured eye socket, necessitating upcoming eye surgery.

He may have permanent vision loss in one of his eyes and has been warned that sneezing or blowing his nose may cause further damage to his eye.

“It’s a completely unprovoked attack, very serious injuries to the victim,” Mullan said.

“He’s shaken up, but he was in good spirits when I last spoke to him.

“But obviously concerned that this male is still out there and worried it could happen to someone else.”

Police have released CCTV footage of a man they believe can assist with their enquiries.

They believe the area would have been busy at the time and are urging witnesses to come forward.

“We have CCTV footage and we suggest you hand yourself in, because someone that knows you will see that and it’s better you hand yourself into us. We will identify you,” Mullan said.

“You’ve potentially caused someone lifelong damage to their eye. It’s just not good enough [and] the public don’t deserve that.”