Two men in hospital after shooting at seaside town
TWO men are being treated in hospital for gunshot wounds after an incident in a seaside town.
The incident happened in Somnes Avenue in Canvey Island, Essex
Officers were called out to Canvey Island in Essex after residents reported the sound of gunshots at around 3.30am this morning.
Essex Police said the men, both in their 20s and from the area, had each been shot in the upper body.
Neither is thought to be in a life-threatening condition.
Officers were called following reports of the sound of gunshots
A police spokeswoman said: "Officers continue to make enquiries in the area and a cordon is in place at the scene.
"A 22-year-old man from Canvey has been arrested in connection with the incident and is currently in police custody for questioning."
Officers were today making inquiries at the scene after cordoning the road off.
• Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.