An investigation has been launched into the murder of a man at the Lakeside Mall. Essex police were called to the mall at around 4.30pm today (April 28th) following reports of an attack.
Emergency services, including an air ambulance, were sent to Lakeside, but the victim died on the spot. He has not yet been named by police.
Essex police said officers believed it was a targeted attack. It is alleged that two men attacked the victim near the dining hall.
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The suspects are described as black or of Asian ethnicity. One was wearing blue ripped jeans, a white T-shirt, black sneakers, and a black down jacket, carrying a small bag. The other was described as wearing a blue suit and white sneakers.
Senior Investigator, Chief Detective, Inspector General Scott Egerton, of the Kent and Essex Serious Crimes Directorate, said: “ I want to express my condolences to the family after this terrible attack. At the time of the attack, this area of the mall would have been busy, so I believe someone will have seen what happened.
Essex police officers cut off Lakeside shopping center (Image: Essex police)
“I need them to contact my team of dedicated, specialized staff and staff. I know that this attack will be worrying, but at this stage we believe that it is a targeted attack and there is no risk to the general public.
Essex police have called for information after the death. The forces said: “If you have seen something or have a video, you can send a report online to or use the Live Chat button to talk to an online operator between 7:00 and 23:00.
“Please cite incident 750 of April 28. You can also call us 101 or contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111. ”
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