POLICE are investigating a serious assault at a bar on Colchester High Street on New Year's Eve.

Shortly after 11pm it was reported a man had been stabbed with what was thought to be glass following an altercation at Atik Nightclub, involving a number of people.

The victim, aged in his 20s, was taken to hospital with injuries not believed to be life-changing.

A spokesman for Essex Police said: "A 20-year-old man from Ipswich and a 20-year-old man from Witham, were both arrested on suspicion of committing grievous bodily harm and actual bodily harm.

"Anyone who was in the Nightclub around this time and witnessed the incident, are asked to contact Colchester CID on 101, quoting crime reference 42/147/20.

"Information can also be given completely anonymously to independent charity Crimestoppers by calling 0800 555 111 or visiting crimestoppers-uk.org."