Essex Police released a statement on Wednesday evening, saying emergency services were at the scene of an “ongoing incident” in West Mersea, Colchester.
“While we remain on scene, we would ask the public to avoid the Seaview Avenue and beach area,” the statement on Facebook read.
“We appreciate that this will cause some local issues, but would ask for your patience and understanding as we may be there for some time yet. Thank you.”
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