A man has been stabbed in Westcliff.

Police were called at 12.30pm to Station Road.

The man, believed to be aged in his 30s, was taken to hospital and enquiries are ongoing to locate the suspects.

A spokesman for Essex Police said: "There are currently extra officers in the area and witnesses or anyone with concerns are asked to speak to them.

"Anyone with information is asked to contact Southend CID on 101, or contact the Crimestoppers charity 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111 or use the anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org"

The extent of the man's injuries have not been released by police at present.