Man in his 70s arrested after stabbing on Basildon bus

A man in his 20s was taken to hospital after the incident last night

Author: Matt SoanesPublished 30th Oct 2022

A man in his 70s has been after a stabbing on a bus in Basildon last night.

It happened on the 3B First Bus at Basildon Bus Station at around 8:10pm.

The victim - a man in his 20s - was taken to hospital with stab wounds to his head.

His injuries are not thought to be life threatening or life changing.

A suspect, in his 70s, is being questioned on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

Police are appealing for witnesses to come forward.

In particular they want to speak to a man who was wearing a shop uniform who was seen close to the scene.

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