Police have released details of a man from Dagenham who they would like to speak to in connection with an attempted armed robbery.

Officers would like to speak to Scott Paley as part of investigations into an attempted robbery of two security guards outside Tesco in the Brook Retail Park, in London Road, Clacton, on Wednesday, January 18.

Paley, 43, is described as being 5ft 6ins tall and has connections to London and Canvey.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Serious and Organised Crime Unit at Essex Police on 101.

Information can also be given to Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org.

No personal details are taken, information cannot be traced or recorded and you will not have to attend court.