POLICE are appealing for information after a serious assault on a pensioner in Clacton.

A 69-year-old man was assaulted whilst walking to a newsagent on Penfold Road after 11.30pm on Saturday, 2 September.

The victim was was knocked to the floor by an unknown person which caused serious injuries to the victim's head and leg.

No property was taken from the victim.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information is asked to contact Det Con Dave Brooks at Clacton CID on 101.

Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.