A MAN has been savagely attacked outside a bar in Colchester.

Police were called to St Botolph's Street, outside Silk Road, after a man was punched in the face several times.

The 26-year-old from Clacton had to have surgery to fix his broken jaw following the attack at 2.10am yesterday.

Officers are appealing for anyone with information to call Det Con Mark Peacock on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.