A man and a boy have been arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm following reports of a fight.

Essex Police were called to reports of an assault on The Broadway, Loughton, shortly after 5.05pm yesterday, Wednesday, December 11.

Two people suffered serious injuries.

A 51-year-old man of no fixed address and a 15-year-old boy from Ilford remain in custody for questioning.

Officers appealing for any witnesses to the disturbance to come forward and speak to our detectives.

Please call Loughton CID on 101 quoting the crime reference number 42/1985806/19.

Alternatively you can speak to Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111 or submit a report through their website.