A MAN was threatened and then chased in Colchester during what police believe was a hate crime.

The incident happened in Highwoods Country Park and detectives want any witnesses to come forward.

The victim, a man in his 30s, believes he was targeted due to his nationality.

He was said to be chased by a white man in his late-40s to mid-50s, bald and wearing army-style boots, red gloves, and carrying a large camping-style back pack.

It is thought the incident happened some time between 1.15pm and 1.30pm on Thursday, October 21.

Anyone with information should contact police on 101 and quote the crime reference number 42/238918/21.

You can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.