Essex Police are appealing for witnesses following a serious assault on New Years Eve in Rayleigh that left a man with "life-changing injuries".

Officers were called to Rayleigh High Street at around 1.40am on Sunday, December 31 following reports of a man being seriously assaulted. 

The victim was punched in the face, causing him to fall and hit his head. The victim has sustained life-changing injuries after the injury caused a blood clot on the brain. 

Detectives from Castle Point and Rochford CID are now releasing images of two men who they would like to speak with, in connection with this investigation. 

If you recognise who they are or have any information which could support this investigation, please contact police quoting reference number 42/229548/23. 

You can let police know by submitting a report on their website or by using their online Live Chat service available Monday to Friday, excluding public holidays, between 10am and 9pm.

Visit the Essex Police website to find out more about our online reporting services.

If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111.