CCTV Appeal Launched After Reported Assault in Braintree
Essex Police are appealing for information following a reported assault in Charter Way, Braintree, on Friday afternoon (around 4.45pm).
A man is reported to have been assaulted by another man and sustained an injury to his arm.
What Police Are Asking For
Officers are asking anyone who was in the area at the time to check:
• CCTV
• Dashcam footage
• Doorbell cameras
• Any other relevant video or information
Even small details could help.
How to Report Information
If you have information, please quote crime reference: 42/15510/26.
You can report directly to Essex Police via:👉 https://www.essex.police.uk/digital101
Reports can be made online or through Live Chat, available 24/7.
If you’d prefer to remain anonymous, you can contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Community Reminder
Incidents like this often rely on members of the public coming forward — especially when CCTV or dashcam footage may exist without people realising it.
If you were in the area around that time, it’s worth checking.
💬 Community Discussion:Do you regularly check your dashcam or doorbell footage when police appeals are shared locally? Let us know 👇
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