A TEENAGER from Colchester has been released on bail after allegedly stabbing a man in Clacton.

The 17-year-old was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

A man, aged in his twenties, was stabbed in the chest in Rosemary Road on Tuesday, at about 7.15pm.

He was rushed to hospital to receive emergency treatment for injuries which are not life threatening.

The suspect will answer bail again in November.

Detectives are continuing to investigate the attack.