A man was punched in the head during an altercation in a pub in Southminster.

Police were called after a 51-year-old man from Witham reported that he was attacked from behind and punched in the head and face inside Kings Head Hotel, in High Street, at 11.55pm on Friday, October 13.

The victim was taken to hospital and required stitches to his head and lip.

He did not see his attacker who left the scene.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Dc Clare Wreford at Chelmsford CID on 101 quoting incident 1334 of 13/10 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.