A teenage boy was stabbed after an argument lead to a fight at a town centre bus stop.

The 17-year-old was attacked after the verbal argument at a bus stop in High Road, North Weald turned into a physical fight just before 9.15pm on Friday 27 August.

A boy was taken to hospital for treatment, but did not suffer serious injuries.

A 14-year-old boy was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm, suspicion of possession of an offensive weapon and possession of cannabis. He has been released under investigation while police continue their enquiries.

An 18-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm and later released without charge.

An Essex Police spokesman said: "We are continuing to look for two further individuals in connection with our investigation. Anyone with information about the incident, or who may have relevant CCTV or dashcam footage, is asked to contact Loughton CID and quote the reference number 42/181010/21.

"You can contact us online at https://www.essex.police.uk. Alternatively, you can call 101. Information can also be given to independent charity Crimestoppers 100% anonymously on 0800 555 111 or https://crimestoppers-uk.org."