A MAN was assaulted while walking in Harwich.

The 64-year-old victim, from Harwich, was punched in the mouth in an unprovoked attack in Beacon Hill Avenue at around 4pm on Wednesday, February 8.

He suffered injuries to his lip and his mouth.

The suspect is described as a white man aged in his early 20s.

Anyone who witnessed the assault or has information is asked to call Pc Steven Baldwin at Harwich Police Station on 101.

Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.