A MAN accused of fleeing without paying a restaurant bill will appear in court next month.

The Southend resident, 28, has been summoned to appear at Colchester Magistrates' Court on May 10.

The appearance is connection with a failure to pay a bill at the Milsoms restaurant, Dedham, on February 16.

Essex Police have thanked all the members of the public who came forward with information following the release of a CCTV image and appeal.