Corringham murder probe after man found stabbed in street
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A section of the road and an alleyway near Dessons Court has been cordoned off
A man who was found stabbed in the street was murdered in a targeted attack, police have said.
The 28-year-old victim was found in Queen Elizabeth Drive, Corringham in Essex at about 19:40 GMT on Wednesday.
He had suffered multiple stab wounds and died at the scene.
A section of the road and an alleyway near Dessons Court has been cordoned off and police want to hear from anyone who saw what happened or has CCTV footage.
Det Ch Insp Daniel Stoten, of the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate, said: "From our initial inquiries, it appears to be a targeted attack on the victim and we are keeping an open mind as to the motive."
The victim was found injured in Queen Elizabeth Drive
He added: "Witnesses have told us the victim was involved in a fight with another man in the street.
"The suspect is believed to have left the area in a car. I would like to hear from anyone that saw this vehicle or saw a car driving erratically in the area."
Extra officers are patrolling the area to provide a visible presence because of concerns the local community might have.