A DISABLED Harlow man was punched in the face in an unprovoked attack in the Gilfords area of Old Harlow on Friday afternoon.

The victim, who is in his 50s, was crossing the road near the Old Road junction at about 2.35pm when he was approached by three men.

One man punched him in the face causing severe bruising and swelling to his eye.

The attacker was white, aged about 24, clean shaven with brown hair and wearing dark clothing.

Police want to hear from anyone who saw the attack, especially two women who were at a nearby bus stop and spoke to the injured man afterwards.

Any information to PC Robert Colbert at Harlow police station on 01279 641212.