Following a man in his 40s being assaulted and left with facial and head injuries at a Colchester pub, police want to speak to a man in connection.

The man in his 40s, was left with facial and head injuries after being assaulted at the Purple Dog pub in Eld Lane.

The incident is said to have happened between 10.30pm and 11.30pm on Friday October 11.

An Essex Police spokesman said: "If you recognise this man or have any information regarding their whereabouts, you can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service which is available 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week. 

"Visit www.essex.police.uk/digital101 to find out more about our online reporting services.

"Alternatively you can call 101.

"Please cite crime reference 42/155397/24. 

"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."