Police are investigating an incident of assault in Colchester where an ambulance worker was spat at after being flagged down by a woman.

Officers would like to speak to the woman pictured in connection with an assault that took place in Rosebery Avenue, Colchester.

On Tuesday, May 6 at around 3.30pm Essex Police received reports that an ambulance worker was flagged down by a woman and then spat at.

The woman was described as being middle aged, with blonde hair pulled back and wearing a beige top.

If you recognise this woman or have any information please contact Essex Police on 101, quoting crime reference 42/64810/20.

Information can also be given completely anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org.