Appeal after man assaulted in ‘targeted attack’ on Aveley High Street

The incident happened on Aveley High Street (credit: Google Maps)

Police are appealing for witnesses following an altercation in Aveley.

A man in his 20’s was reportedly assaulted by four men on the High Street, around 1pm last Tuesday afternoon.

The victim had just got inside his white pickup truck with a drop side, when the incident happened.

The group, all believed to be in their 20s, were driving a silver car.

Police believe the attack was targeted.

Anyone with information, CCTV or dashcam footage, are asked to call Grays CID on 101 quoting crime reference 42/143388/20.

Alternatively, it can be reported online via the Essex Police website.

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