A MAN suffered permanent damage to one of his eyes following a serious assault in the county.

The 60-year-old victim was walking along London Road, towards the junction with Lunsford Lane, Larkfield, at about 8.30pm on Sunday.

He was approached by a man who began to speak to him before hitting him in the face with an object concealed inside a carrier bag.

The offender is described as a white man, aged between 17 and 20 and 5ft 10ins tall. He was wearing a pale coloured baseball cap.

It is thought he had been standing with a group of people before the attack.

Police are appealing for information and anyone who can help is asked to contact PC Patrick Holmes on 01622 608182. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers on 01800 555111 - this call is free and confidential.