A MAN suffered serious injuries after being struck from behind in the town centre.

The victim in his 20s was at the junction of Queen Street and Short Wyre Street, Colchester, when he was attacked at roughly 3.15am on Saturday.

He was taken to hospital for treatment for his injuries.

They are described as serious but he is in a stable condition.

Detectives are appealing for information about the incident.

Anyone witnesses or anyone who has any dash cam or CCTV footage available to view is asked to call Colchester CID on 101 quoting incident number 181 of September 15.

Information can also be given to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.