Surgery needed after person attacks driver through car window in Adelaide

A man has undergone surgery after he was attacked through his car window by a stranger in Adelaide's north-west earlier this month.

The incident unfolded as the victim drove his white Mitsubishi Challenger into a car park on Days Road in Croydon Park.

Police said he had his driver's side window down when an unknown person hit him on the right side of his face as he came to a stop.

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Police said the attack caused injuries to the victim's face and ear.

He required surgery for his injuries.

Any witnesses or anyone who may have captured the incident on dashcam footage in the area to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.