POLICE are investigating an assault and a brawl in Hampden Road, Grays, this afternoon (Friday, 28 February).

A statement from Esex Policsme says: "We were called shortly after 2.20pm today to reports of two men fighting.

"Emergency services attended and found a man with injuries to his shoulder.

"He has been taken to hospital for treatment and our investigations are ongoing.

"If you have any information, CCTV, dash cam or other footage in relation to this incident, then please get in contact with us and quote incident 650 of 28 February.

"You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service which is available 24 hours-a-day, seven days-a-week.

"Visit www.essex.police.uk/digital101 to find out more about our online reporting services.

"If you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity @Crimestoppers, by visiting their website or by calling 0800 555 111."