A MAN knocked unconscious during an incident in Colchester town centre remains in a critical condition in hospital.

Detectives are continuing to investigate the incident, which saw officers initially called to reports of a fight just before 4.20am on Saturday in St Botolph's Street.

A man in his 40s was found near the junction with Queen Street.

He was rushed to hospital with life-threatening injuries, where he remains in a critical condition.

A 20-year-old man from West Bergholt and a 19-year-old man from Colchester were arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

Both have been released on bail until September 22.

A woman who was arrested on suspicion of affray has been released on bail until September 24.

Essex Police have issued a renewed appeal for anyone who was driving through the area between 4.05am and 4.20am to come forward.

They are particularly looking for any dash cam footage from taxi drivers and the like who may have been in the area at the time.

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Detective Sergeant Paul Olney, of Colchester CID, is leading the investigation.

He said: “While we have collected high quality CCTV, both from Colchester Council and venues in the Queen Street area, we know there could be other footage out there which will be useful to our investigation.

“It is a route which is well-used by taxi drivers so it is possible some of the town’s drivers could have dashcam footage of the incident or the lead up to it.”

He added: “My team have worked tirelessly to establish the events in the lead up to this incident but if you think you could help, please get in touch.”

Anyone with footage or pictures of the incident or who saw what happened and has not yet spoken to Essex Police should contact the force online at https://www.essex.police.uk.

Alternatively, you can call 101, quoting 42/181246/21.

Information can also be given to independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or at https://crimestoppers-uk.org.