Police seek witnesses after man assaulted in Colchester underpass

Victim hospitalised with head injuries following early morning attack

Author: Maisie NorrisPublished 31st Aug 2026

Police are appealing for information after a man was assaulted by multiple suspects in the Hythe area of Colchester early on 31st August.

The attack occurred around 2.10am in an underpass near Tesco.

The victim sustained injuries to his head and eye and is currently receiving treatment in hospital.

Investigators urge anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage from the area to come forward, quoting incident number 136 for Sunday 31st August.

Information can be submitted via the police website or through their 24/7 online Live Chat service.

Alternatively, details can be reported by calling 101 or through the anonymous service provided by Crimestoppers.

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