POLICE are investigating an incident which took place in Kent View Road, in Basildon, shortly before 9pm last night (Wednesday 14 December).

It was reported that a front door had been damaged by three people, one of whom may have been armed with a firearm.

There are no reports of any injuries. At this stage, no arrests have been made and police are following a number of lines of enquiry.  

A statement from Essex Police says: "Although our investigation is in its early stages, we believe this to be an isolated incident and there is no wider threat to the public.

"We need anyone who witnessed the incident or has dashcam or doorbell footage of the area between 8pm and 9.30pm to get in contact as soon as possible.

"You can let us know by submitting a report on our website or by using our online Live Chat service available Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays) between 10am-9pm.

"Visit www.essex.police.uk/digital101 to find out more about our website reporting services.

"Alternatively, you can call us on 101. Please quote incident 1203 of 14 December."