A search has begun for a man who assaulted a cyclist in Lowestoft.

The incident took place on Bascule Bridge when the man, in his 30s, accidentally bumped into a passer-by when getting off his bike.

The man then punched the cyclist in the ear at around 4.20pm on June 16.

Police have now started a hunt for the attacker and are appealing to the public for help.

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The suspect is described as a white man, approximately 5ft 9ins tall, of medium build with short black hair and clean-shaven with tattoos on both legs and arms.

At the time of the incident he was wearing a black and white top, shorts, black Nike trainers and carrying a sports bag.

He was also with a white woman who had long blonde hair and was wearing leggings and a hoodie.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Suffolk Police quoting reference 37/33920/24.