A 12-YEAR-OLD boy had his throat grabbed and was pushed in a bush in Colchester, prompting police to launch an investigation.
Essex Police officers are looking to identify a man in connection with an ongoing probe into an attack of a young boy in Brinkley Grove Road.
The incident is understood to have taken place at about 9pm on November 22 and resulted in the victim suffering minor injuries.
Police have now released an image of a man they would like to talk to in connection with the investigation.
A spokesman for Essex Police said: "The 12-year-old victim as pushed into a bush and had his throat grabbed by an unknown man.
"If you know who he is or have any further information which could help, please contact us quoting reference number 42/210154/23.
"You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service available Monday to Friday between 10am and 9pm.
"Visit our website to find out more about our online reporting services.
"If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111."
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