A MAN aged in his eighties was found with serious injuries early this morning.

The man was found by passers by shortly after 7am this morning, in Elm Tree Avenue, in Frinton.

An Essex Police spokesman said detectives are investigating the incident and want to hear from anyone with information. 

He added: "The man was found was serious facial injuries.

"The victim, aged his early 80s, is believed to have been assaulted.

"He has been taken to Colchester General Hospital for treatment." 

Anyone who knows anything about the incident should call Clacton CID on 101 or call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.