TWO suspects have been arrested as a boy suffered multiple stab wounds after a serious attack in south Essex.

Police were alerted of the serious incident after 1pm yesterday, in Clayburn Gardens, South Ockendon.

It was reported a teenage boy had sustained a number of injuries to his hands and torso. These injuries were assessed as stab wounds.

He was taken to hospital for treatment and thankfully his injuries are not thought to be life-changing or life-threatening.

Throughout Saturday evening, detectives began piecing together the moments leading up to, and shortly after, the incident and two men - aged 18 and 23 - were arrested.

Both remain in custody today being questioned on suspicion of GBH with intent.

Superintendent Tim Tubbs said: “I understand that this incident may cause concern with our community, and I hope the public are reassured by the speed at which our officers have identified a number of people suspected of being involved.

“Both these men remain in custody today and we’re continuing to progress a number of targeted lines of enquiry.”

Anyone with information on the incident is urged to contact police at essex.police.uk/digital101 or by calling Essex Police on 101, citing incident 597 of 23 November.

Anonymous reports can also be submitted to independent charity Crimestoppers, by calling 0800 555 111.