Man knocked unconscious in Leigh-on-Sea

Police are appealing for witnesses and information following an assault in Leigh-on-Sea.

A man in his 40s was assaulted on London Road at the junction with Madeira Avenue, outside the Morrisons, at around 1.55pm on Saturday August 26.

The victim was knocked unconscious.

There were a number of people in the area at the time, and vehicles travelling past, so anyone who saw anything is asked to come forward.

If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, you can let police know by submitting a report on their website at www.essex.police.uk/digital101 or by using the online Live Chat service available Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) between 10am-9pm.

Alternatively you can call 101.

If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity @Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111.

Please quote the crime reference number 42/151587/23.