A man was left with a deep wound after being stabbed three times, during an early morning attack near a community centre.

The victim who is in his 40s was stabbed in the chest, arm and leg during the attack in The Fryth, Basildon, just before 12:30am on Saturday.

Police say he received treatment for his injuries in hospital and they were not deemed to be life-threatening or changing.

His partner posted online about the attack shortly after and said: "It was my partner who was stabbed three times! He was walking through the park and was attacked by two young thugs.

"He's OK, he's got a deep stab wound to his leg, one in the chest and one in the back of the arm. Thanks to everyone who hoped he was OK."

A spokesman for Essex Police said: "Our enquiries are ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to call Basildon CID on 101 quoting crime reference 42/35497/21 or you can report information online using our Live Chat by visiting www.essex.police.uk.

"Alternatively, you can call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111."