Appeal after 'targeted' seaside town stabbing

There may be an increased police presence in the town, Essex Police said

Police are appealing for witnesses after a stabbing in a seaside town.

Essex Police said it was called to reports a man aged in his 20s had been found with stab wounds in Rayleigh Road in Leigh-on-Sea at about 16:30 BST on Saturday.

It was reported the man had been chased by four men who had arrived in two vehicles, with one thought to be a red 4x4.

A 22-year-old man from Great Wakering has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm with intent. He remains in police custody.

On Sunday afternoon the force arrested a 16-year-old boy from Southend on suspicion of grievous bodily harm without intent. He is also in police custody.

The victim was taken to hospital and his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening, the force said.

The force said it believed the stabbing was a targeted attack but that there may be an increased police presence in the area.

Officers are asking anyone with information or footage to contact them.