POLICE are investigating a disturbance in Stanford-le-Hope today (Sunday, 26 March) during which two men sustained injuries. 

Officers were called to Abbotts Drive shortly after 10.20am to reports of two men having been injured, one of whom had collided with a vehicle. The second man was assaulted. 

A police statement continues: "Thankfully, neither man's injury is considered to be life-threatening. They were taken to hospital for treatment.

"The vehicle involved in the incident was then driven away from the scene.

"We now believe we have identified it and we're asking the public to be vigilant and report any sightings of a black 12-plate Vauxhall Insignia which may appear to be abandoned. 

"We believe it will be damaged on its side and on its wing mirrors. 

"We need anyone with information to get in touch.

"You can let us know by submitting a report on our website where you can use our online Live Chat service available Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) between 10am-9pm.

"Visit https://www.essex.police.uk/digital101 to find out more about our website reporting services. Alternatively, you can call us on 101.

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

"Please cite crime reference 42/54320/23."