ESSEX Police are appealing for witnesses following a robbery in Harlow.

The victim, a man in his 40s, was walking along a footpath near Brooklane Field at around 1130pm on December 23, 2016 when he was approached by two men.

They attacked him and he fell to the floor before he had his wallet stolen which contained a three-figure sum of cash.

The men then made off towards Southern Way.

The men are described as taller than 5ft 7ins and both wearing dark clothing. One is described as being of stocky build.

The victim suffered cuts and grazes to his hands, chin and head.

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Dc Lauren Strangward at Harlow Police Station on 101 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.