POLICE officers investigating a huge brawl on Southend seafront want to speak to 15 men in connection to the fight.
Shocking footage circulated social media yesterday of a huge fight breaking out at the Pebbles One cafe on Marine Parade.
The footage showed two groups of men hurling chairs and other objects at each other.
A spokesman for Essex Police said: "Officers investigating a fight in Southend over the weekend are releasing 15 images of men they want to speak to.
"The incident took place in Marine Parade on Sunday and a video had circulated on social media."
Chief Inspector Ian Hughes, District Commander for Southend, said: “Our officers were out in force over the weekend helping people and keeping you safe.
“While the vast majority of people enjoyed the Southend sunshine safely there were, sadly, a few who attempted to spoil it for everyone else.
“Officers are working hard to identify those involved and as part of our enquiries we want to speak to speak to the 15 men pictured.
“If you recognise any of the men pictured or have information about who they are please contact us.
“If you are one of those pictured, please get in touch and speak to us.”
Call Southend CID on 101 quoting the crime reference number 42/113918/21 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit https://crimestoppers-uk.org.
The full list of photos of the men sought are below.
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