Fire crews were called to rescue a colleague who was the victim of a stag night prank.

Colchester sub officer George Bruce was discovered tied to a lamp post by his own belt and clad in just his boxer shorts to hide his modesty.

In the early hours of Saturday, crews released Mr Bruce, who is due to be married this Saturday.

Station officer Mark James said: "I think he was pretty embarrassed! A load of his mates were nearby and when we arrived they found it highly amusing."

Mr Bruce's fiancee, Alison Hastings, who is the station administration officer, said: "I thought it was hilarious.

"If George hadn't got a sense of humour, then he wouldn't be the man for me."

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