POLICE investigating an assault which left a man in in critical condition with serious head injuries have released an e-fit of a suspect.

The 34-year-old victim received his injuries during an aggravated burglary at a house on Manchester Road just before 7pm on December 29 last year and was rushed to hospital.

He is now making a good recovery and provided a detailed description of his alleged attacker to assist police with their ongoing investigation.

The suspect is described as black, approximately 6ft 6 inches tall and was wearing a three-quarter-length coat and black tracksuit in waterproof material with the hood up during the burglary.

Det Con Craig Rathbone, from Swindon CID, said: "We appealed for information immediately after the assault, but our enquiries have been ongoing and we are now in a position to release this EFit.

"I know the incident happened a few months ago, but we hope this image will help to jog people's memories.

"Were you in the area around the time of the assault? Did you see anything suspicious, perhaps someone who matches this man's description?

"Please call us with any information, no matter how insignificant it may seem - it could be vital to our investigation."

Anyone who witnessed this incident should call Swindon CID immediately on 101. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.