Police are hunting a man who dragged a young boy across the ground before running off in an unprovoked attack.

The eight-year-old had been playing with friends in Tiptree on Thursday night, just before the assault.

At about 8.30pm, he made his way down an alleyway between Cedar Avenue and Chestnut Way, where he was set on.

A struggle ensued, in which the young boy was dragged several yards before the man ran off.

The attacker was black, about 6ft tall, and had pleated dreadlocks of shoulder length.

He was wearing dark clothing and black shoes.

Information to Colchester police on 01206 762212

Published Monday August 30, 2004

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