Witham: Essex Police appeal after 'altercation' in Collingwood Road

Essex Police officers attended Witham town centre on Saturday after being called to an incident in Collingwood Road, at 5.05pm.

They say the incident involved several teenagers, and a 14-year-old boy who sustained an injury to their leg in the altercation, was treated at the scene.

Police officers investigated the incident and arrested a 13-year-old at around 7pm on suspicion of attempting to cause grievous bodily harm.

He has since been released on bail.

Investigation - a police officer (Image: Newsquest)

The force is now looking forward to any witnesses to step forward to help with the on-going investigation into the incident.

Inspector Philip Jackson said: “We understand this incident has taken place on a busy day in the town centre.

“So we would like to hear from anyone who may have witnessed this or has dashcam footage from the area at the time.

“Any details you have may help us establish the facts of the incident.

“Our officers are continuing their investigation today, and people in Witham may see more officers on the street as we carry out our enquiries.

“Please get in touch with incident number 901 of Saturday July 13.”

Witham Councillor Barry Fleet, the ward councillor for Central Ward, has shared his reaction to the incident.

Not happy about the incident - Councillor Barry Fleet

“Obviously, it’s something quite distressing, to have this sort of incident happen right in the centre of the town, or anywhere in Witham," he sad. 

“This is a residential area, although quite close to the town centre, people would expect to live a quite quiet existence.

“It’s good to hear the police are dealing with the incident.”

To learn about how to submit an online report to the police, you can visit essex.police.uk/digital101 or you can call the police via on 101.

Alternatively, if you would like to make an anonymous report you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers, by dialling 0800 555 111.