Two Clacton men arrested after man assaulted and left with life-changing injuries
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses to the incident
A man has been assaulted and left with life-changing injuries in Mistley.
The 37 year-old was found in a layby on the B1035 in Mistley at around 5.45pm on Saturday (2 January).
Two men, aged 28 and 54 from Clacton, were arrested last night (6 January) on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm.
They remain in custody for questioning.
Police are continuing to appeal for witnesses to the assault, which left the victim with numerous injuries.
It is believed he may have been forced into a red Renault van in the Beach Road area of Clacton before being assaulted and left in Mistley.
Officers would like to speak to anyone who was driving in the Beach Road or B1035 area between 2.30pm and 5.30pm on 2 January and saw a red Red Renault van or has dash cam footage.
They can submit a report online or use the 'Live Chat' button to speak to an online operator between 7am and 11pm, quoting reference 42/1335/21.
Alternatively, call 101.
Information can also be given to independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111.