Arrest after taxi driver suffers bleed on the brain

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The taxi driver was found seriously injured on Brinkley Grove Road, Colchester

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A taxi driver is in hospital with serious head injuries following an assault.

Essex Police said the victim, a man in his 40s, was found in Brinkley Grove Road, Colchester, at about 01:50 GMT on Saturday.

He is being treated for a fractured skull and a bleed on the brain.

A man was arrested on Sunday on suspicion of committing grievous bodily harm with intent.

Police are looking to identify a second suspect aged between 20 and 25 who is described as slim and between 5ft 5in and 5ft 9in.

Anyone with information, CCTV footage or dash cam video is urged to contact officers.

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