Police are investigating after a man was attacked and had a bag containing items worth a five-figure sum was stolen.
The incident happened in Braintree Market Place at around 6.30pm on Thursday, October 29.
Essex Police said the man, who is in his 50s, was approached by two men.
The suspects, described as wearing balaclavas, gloves, and dark clothing, assaulted the victim before stealing a bag.
They then fled in a grey Ford Focus.
Police say CCTV footage shows a man walking into the alleyway as the robbery was taking place, before turning around and walking out again.
Detectives are particularly keen to speak to this man.
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A spokesperson for the force said: "If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us.
"Please quote the crime reference number 42/172831/26.
"You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service which is available 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week.
"If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111."
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