Police are appealing for witnesses to a vicious attack which left a Witham man with severe face and head injuries.
The attack on the 28-year-old man took place in Alan Road and left the victim needing stitches and staples in his head.
A fight broke out on a grassy verge near the Hatfield housing estate when the victim was set upon by a group of men.
Police are eager to hear from anyone who witnessed what they are describing as a vicious attack.
A spokesman for the police said: "As a result of this attack, the man was left needing 50 stitches to his mouth and three staples in his head."
Police have just released details of the incident, which took place on Friday, November 10 at about 7pm.
Anyone with information can call 01376 501212 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555111
Converted for the new archive on 19 November 2001. Some images and formatting may have been lost in the conversion.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article