A murder investigation is underway in Essex following the death of a man.

Police were called to reports of a disturbance around 5.40pm yesterday and found a man, in his 20s, injured.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene and officers are now searching for a suspect who they believe may also have been injured in an altercation with the victim.

The incident happened in The Hides, Harlow.

Senior investigating officer Det Insp Julie Gowen said: “We are at the early stages of our investigation and are working to build a picture of what happened here yesterday.

“We believe the person responsible for this murder left the address between 5.40pm and 5.55pm and need anyone who saw anything, or has any dashcam, CCTV or doorbell footage to contact us.

“There is a possibility that this person may have also sustained injuries or look like they have been involved in an altercation.

“There will continue to be a visible police presence in the area throughout today so if you have any concerns or any information please come and speak to one of our officers.”

Chief Inspector Paul Austin, District Commander for Harlow, said: "There will be a large police presence in The Hides over the next 24 hours.

"Additional officers will be on patrol in the local area with support from the Safer Harlow Partnership.

"If you have any concerns or information please speak to officers on patrol or call us on 101".

If you have any information you can submit a report online at https://www.essex.police.uk or use the 'Live Chat' button to speak to an online operator between 7am-11pm.

Please quote incident 884 of 8 November.

You can also police us on 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.