POLICE are investigating following an assault in Colchester where a man was hit with what witnesses have described as "a machete".

The victim, a man in his 40s, was assaulted by a man in Albany Gardens shortly before 7am on Remembrance Sunday.

He was taken to hospital for treatment.

The attacker has been described as wearing a hooded top. and information suggests he may have left the area on a pedal cycle.

If you saw or heard anything, have CCTV, were driving in the area and have dash cam footage or have any other information call 101 quoting the crime reference number 42/164783/18.

You can also contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.