Man in life-threatening condition after assault in Maldon
Essex Police are investigating a serious assault that occurred on St Mary's Lane, Maldon, leaving a man with a life-threatening head injury
Essex Police are investigating a serious assault that occurred on St Mary's Lane, Maldon, leaving a man with a life-threatening head injury.
Officers were called to the scene shortly before 6:50pm on 16th August.
The injured man was discovered and remains hospitalised, with authorities assessing his condition as critical.
Police are actively working to identify and locate a suspect, suggesting that the incident was targeted and poses no wider threat to the community.
An Essex Police statement read:
"We're investigating an assault reported in the area of St Mary's Lane, Maldon.
"Officers were called shortly before 6.50pm on Sunday 16 August.
"We attended and found a man who had suffered a head injury.
"He remains in hospital in a life-threatening condition.
"Our enquiries are ongoing and we are working to identify and locate a suspect.
"At this stage, we believe this was a targeted incident and there is no information at this time to suggest any wider threat to the community."
Officers remain in the area carrying out enquiries and providing reassurance patrols.
DI Emma Habbershaw said:
"We understand news of an incident of this nature will cause concern within the Maldon community.
"Our investigation is progressing at pace and a dedicated team is working to establish exactly what happened and identify those responsible.
“Officers will continue to maintain a visible presence in the area and anyone with concerns is welcome to speak to them.
"I would urge anyone who witnessed the incident, saw anything unusual in the area, or has dashcam, CCTV or doorbell footage which may assist our enquiries to get in touch as soon as possible.
“Even the smallest piece of information could prove vital."
When getting in touch please cite incident 1257 of 16 August.