TWO men arrested after vile racist abuse was heard at a popular pub have been re-bailed.

Police are investigating the incident which happened in Playhouse in St John's Street, Colchester on January 2.

A group are said to have threatened bar staff and customers while using racial slurs.

Two 43-year-olds from Colchester were arrested on the day on suspicion of causing intentional harassment, alarm or distress.

They answered bail on Tuesday but have now been re-bailed until February 3.

Anyone with further information about the incident who has not yet spoken to police is asked to call us on 101 quoting the crime reference number 42/997/19.

Witnesses can also call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.