ESSEX Police have arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm following an assault at a Southminster pub on Sunday (20 June).

A 40-year-old was arrested yesterday morning (Tuesday 22 June).

The victim, a man in his 30s, was assaulted inside the Queens Head pub on Queen Street at around 9.35pm on Sunday.

He suffered four injuries to his head and is thought to have been struck with a glass.

The suspect left the location in a silver SUV in company with another man.

An Essex Police spokesperson said: "We are continuing to appeal for witnesses, so if you saw anything or have any CCTV, dash cam or doorbell footage we need you to contact us."

If you have any information you can submit a report online using the link here or use the 'Live Chat' button to speak to an online operator between 7am and 11pm. Quote the crime reference number 42/118729/21.

You can also police on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.