Police are trying to track down a young girl on a bike who may have witnessed a vicious assault.

A 29-year-old man was left with serious cuts and bruises to his face after he was headbutted in what police believe was an unprovoked attack in Hamstel Road, Southend, on Thursday.

He was treated at Southend Hospital.

PC Yvonne Taylor, of the assault clinic at Southend police station, said: "I have spoken to a few people who have been very helpful.

"However, I want to talk to the little girl, who may be able to fill in the missing pieces of the jigsaw."

Anyone with information should call 01702 431212.

Published Wednesday, April 23, 2003

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