A MAN was left with a fractured eye socket and facial injuries after being assaulted on a night out.

The 33-year-old had left Linx Nightclub in High Street, Rayleigh, shortly before 2.40am on August 5 and was walking along the street when he was assaulted near New Look.

He will require surgery for his injuries.

Investigating officer Det Con Rory Scarlett, of Southend CID, said: “The victim does not recall what happened but witnesses report two men were believed to be involved in the assault.

“I would like to speak to anyone who was in the area at the time and saw what happened, or the events leading up to this incident.”

Contact Det Con Scarlett on 101.

Alternatively, contact independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org.