Man attacked by men with knives and hammers in Stanway
The victim was taken to hospital with facial injuries, including a fractured eye
A man has suffered facial injuries, including a fractured eye, during a robbery in Colchester.
It happened last night (25 March) at around 10pm, in Stanway.
What happened?
The victim was walking near to a lake off Churchfields Avenue when he was attacked by at least five men, all of whom were wearing masks.
They were also carrying knives and hammers.
The victim, a man in his 20s, was hit on his head with a hammer and had his wallet, ÂŁ50 in cash and a gold chain taken before he was able to get away from the group.
He managed to make contact with a friend who called the emergency services.
The victim was taken to hospital with facial injuries, including a fractured eye, and bruising to his torso.
Essex Police is appealing for any witnesses who may have heard or seen anything in the area around that time to come forward.
There are no additional details of the attackers.
Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information on it is asked to submit a report online or use the 'Live Chat' button to speak to an online operator between 7am and 11pm.
Alternatively, call Colchester CID on 101 and cite incident 42/52637/21.
Information can also be given to independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.