Police officer assaulted in Shoeburyness park
He was struck from behind and knocked to the ground
Last updated 6th Aug 2026
Police are appealing for information after an officer was assaulted in Gunners Park, Shoeburyness.
The incident happened on Monday 4th August, on a dirt track running parallel to New Barge Pier Road, between the car park and Magazine Road, around 9 pm.
The attacked officer, who was on foot patrol, sustained head and knee injuries after being struck from behind and knocked to the ground.
Those involved are believed to have fled in the direction of Magazine Road.
The force are carrying out enquiries to find those responsible and urge anyone with information or who was there at the time to get in touch.
Witnesses are encouraged to report via the police website or use the 24/7 online Live Chat service.
For phone reports, call 101 and cite incident number 1501 of 4th August.