A man has suffered five stab wounds after breaking up an altercation between two teenage boys.

A police spokesman said: "We were called to reports of a stabbing near Wickford Avenue in Pitsea at 7.32pm last night.

"On Wednesday, April 17, a man suffered five stab wounds after breaking up an altercation between two teenage boys.

"His injuries are not believed to be life-changing or life-threatening. He was taken to hospital for further treatment.

"Enquiries are ongoing and no arrests have been made."