A homicide investigation has been launched after a man was killed in a shopping mall in Essex on Thursday.
Police were called to report that a man had been attacked at the Lakeside mall in Thurrock at 4:30 p.m.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by emergency services and Essex police have confirmed that they have launched a murder investigation into the incident.
The man is believed to have been attacked by two men who are described as black or Asian. One of the suspects was reportedly wearing blue ripped jeans, a white T-shirt, black sneakers and a black down jacket, carrying a small bag, and the other was wearing a blue tracksuit and white sneakers.
“I want to express my condolences to the family after this terrible attack,” said DCI’s Scott Egerton. “During the attack, this area of the mall would have been busy, so I believe someone will have seen what happened.
“I need them to contact my team of dedicated, specialized staff and staff.
“I know this attack will be worrying, but at this stage we believe it is a targeted attack and there is no risk to the general public.
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