A MAN was left with a fractured eye socket after he was assaulted in Colchester.

The victim, in his 20s, was attacked between Ipswich Road and Mile End, between 9.30pm and 10.30pm on Friday March 20.

The man, from Clacton, was struck from behind and did not see who was responsible.

He needed stitches to his face.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dc Pete Coley at Colchester CID on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.