2:55pm Monday 8th February 2010
A MAN has been arrested after a student was attacked outside South Essex College in Southend.
The 17-year-old victim was seen lying in Elmer Approach, between the college and the Essex University building, surrounded by fellow students yesterday afternoon. He had suffered a head injury and was transferred last night from Southend General Hospital to Queens Hospital, Romford. His condition today was described as stable.
A 16-year-old Southend boy has now been arrested on suspicion of grevious bodily harm and is being questioned by detectives today. Anyone with information should call police on 0300 333 4444.
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