A WOMAN was left with a bruised eye after being hit with a parasol in Frinton.

The victim was having an argument with a man on the Esplanade before he allegedly struck her with the umbrella.

Police are appealing for witnesses to the attack, which happened around 1.15pm on Saturday September 3.

A man has been arrested and released on police bail while investigations continue.

Officers are hopeful someone saw the incident as the areas was busy at the time.

Anyone with information is asked to contact PC Paul Bichener at Clacton police station on 101.