POLICE are appealing to witnesses to an assault in Chelwater in Chelmsford.

A 19-year-old man was approached by a man as he stepped out of his car at around 12.15am on July 17.

Following a verbal altercation, the victim was punched repeatedly in the face causing cuts and bruising.

The man was described as white, around 5ft 8ins tall and with short dark hair.

He wore a black T-shirt with an Armani logo with black jeans and black shoes. He was thought to be aged in his mid-20s.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Pc Laura Thomas at Chelmsford police station on 101 or Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.