Man Stabbed in Southend: Police Launch Investigation
Chaos hit Southchurch Road, Southend, in the early hours as police were called to a serious stabbing. Just after 2am on Thursday, October 1, officers arrived following reports from ambulance crews of a man in his 30s found with severe injuries.
The victim was rushed to hospital with life-threatening wounds. Police are now hunting for witnesses.
Can You Help? CCTV or Dashcam Footage Urgently Needed
Detectives want anyone with CCTV or dashcam footage from the area to step forward. If you have any information, call 101 quoting incident 67 of October 1, or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.
Southchurch Road Shut – Avoid the Area
Southchurch Road remains closed between Lovelace Gardens and 1 Road. The closure is expected to last into the morning. Drivers are urged to steer clear and find alternative routes.