The Latest News for Southend & South East Essex

Off-duty police officer recognised for trying to save man hit by train in Prittlewell

An off-duty Metropolitan Police officer who risked his life to save an injured man on the tracks at Prittlewell Station…

1 year ago

Man attacked by five men in Southchurch Park in late night assault: Police appeal for witnesses

Police Detectives from Southend CID are appealing for witnesses and information after a man was assaulted by a group of…

1 year ago

Fears grow over Rochford “turning into a city” as 350-home green belt plan sparks fury

Plans to build 350 new homes on green belt land in Hawkwell have sparked a wave of concerns from local…

1 year ago

Pro-Palestine march in Southend: Police make arrests and investigate offences after counter-protests

Essex Police have launched an investigation after tensions flared in Southend during a pro-Palestine march that took place on Saturday,…

1 year ago

Southend Shakedown set to return annually after roaring comeback on Easter Monday

Southend’s iconic Shakedown biker rally made a triumphant return on Easter Monday 2025 – Southend City Council are now turning…

1 year ago

Man arrested on suspicion of arson after Shoebury flat blaze & Westcliff car fire are linked

A 28-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson after two fires, that are believed to be linked, broke…

1 year ago

Police step in to delay Gaza protest through Southend’s Jewish neighbourhood

A Palestine solidarity march planned for Saturday 19 April in Southend-on-Sea has had its start time pushed back by Essex…

1 year ago

Essex vehicle theft gang busted after police raids in Southend, Leigh & Basildon

Five men have been arrested following a series of early morning police raids targeting a suspected organised crime group behind…

1 year ago

Violence erupts in Southend city centre: Bladed weapon seized

Police enacted a dispersal order covering much of Southend city centre yesterday evening, following a fight involving a group of…

1 year ago

Southend Halloween Parade will return for its biggest, brightest and spookiest event yet

Southend’s much-loved Halloween Parade is set to light up the seafront once again this October, returning for its fifth year…

1 year ago