An investigation is underway, and an arrest has been made following an assault in Southend in the early hours of Sunday, 15 September.
Essex Police responded swiftly to reports of an altercation on Southchurch Road shortly after 12:15am. Officers arrived on the scene within ten minutes and found that a group of individuals had been involved in a fight, with several weapons reportedly seen.
One man, a 32-year-old from Coventry, sustained injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment. Fortunately, his injuries are not life-threatening or life-changing. The man has since been arrested on suspicion of affray and remains in custody for questioning.
Specialist officers from the Serious Crime Directorate are leading the investigation, and police patrols around Southend have been increased to provide reassurance to the community. A visible police presence will continue throughout the day and in the coming days as officers conduct further enquiries.
Chief Inspector Paul Hogben commented on the incident: “I would ask anyone who may have information about this incident, or concerns, to please get in touch with us as soon as possible. We take incidents of this nature very seriously, and the Southend community can expect a robust response and thorough investigation. We have a dedicated team conducting the investigation and will issue updates as we progress.”
Police are encouraging anyone with information regarding the incident to come forward. Reports can be submitted online, or through the Live Chat service available on the Essex Police website 24/7. You can also call 101 to provide information.
For more details on how to report information, visit the ‘Help Us Help You’ page on the Essex Police website.
