The victim’s car, a grey Honda Civic, was stolen during the incident.

Police were called to an address near Nayland Drive just before 11.35pm last night, September 10.

The victim was getting out of his car when he was approached by a number of men, who had exited a silver people carrier.

A weapon, believed to be a black handgun, was pointed at the victim and his car, a grey Honda Civic, was stolen.

Officers attended and searched the area but were unable to find the car.

A spokesman for Essex Police said: “We believe this to be an isolated and targeted incident.

“Officers are looking to speak to anyone with information about this incident, or who may live in the area and have dash cam or CCTV footage available to view.”

Please call Clacton CID on 101 quoting incident number 1435 of 10/09.

Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111.