A driver was threatened and punched by a cyclist.

The victim was driving along London Road, Braintree, when he passed a man on a distinctive yellow and white mountain bike.

Police said the motorist parked his car and as he got out, the cyclist became abusive about his driving and punched him, causing bruising to his head and chest.

Officers have now released an efit image of a man they would like to speak to in connection the assault, which took place at 5pm on Thursday, June 7.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Hayley Cawston on 101, or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.