Police confirm arrests - and release - of men following assaults and disturbance in heart of Grays

By Nub News Reporter 15th Jun 2023

The area where the incident occurred.
The area where the incident occurred.

POLICE have confirmed an incident that took place in Grays town centre yesterday (Wednesday, 14 June).

Onlookers reported a clash between a number of people which resulted in one person receiving a face wound from what appeared to be a sword or machette.

A statement from Essex Police says: "We were called to Brooke Road in Grays shortly before 6pm on Wednesday, 14 June following reports of a disturbance. 

"Officers arrested a 19-year-old man and a 37-year-old man on suspicion of assault causing actual bodily harm.

"They have both since been released on bail. 

"One man received minor injuries."

     

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