An air ambulance has been spotted landing in Shoebury. 

Pictures from the scene show the air ambulance landing in Shoebury Park, on Elm Road, at roughly 3pm this afternoon. 

It is unclear at this stage why the air ambulance was called to the area, but residents on social media stated they witnessed paramedics going into a nearby house. 

A Shoebury resident posted a video of the air ambulance on Twitter, praising "the amazing team". 

The park is surrounded by houses but sits in between the A13 and Elm Road.

The Echo has contacted the ambulance service media team. 

More to follow.