A teenager was glassed after a large fight broke out in a Colchester bar.

A number of people were involved in the altercation in the Silk Road lounge and cocktail bar, in St Botolph’s Street, on Sunday night.

Police were called at about 9.30pm, following reports of a fight in which a 17-year-old youth had been glassed.

The victim was taken by ambulance to Colchester General Hospital where he was treated and released. His injuries were not believed to be serious.

Insp Paul Butcher, of Colchester police, said: “We would like to speak to any witnesses who have not already come forward, and in particular to anyone who could name the man responsible for the glassing.”

Information to police on 0300 333 4444 extension 10128.