Statement following police officer stabbing

STATEMENT from Steve Taylor, Chairman of Essex Police Federation, following the stabbing of a police officer in Essex last night.

“Last night, one of our colleagues was the victim of a horrendous, targeted and violent attack. He remains in hospital in a serious but stable condition.

“The thoughts of Essex Police Federation and the officers we represent are with our colleague and his family.

“The Force and Federation are supporting them – and we would ask the media to respect their privacy. We will be making no further comment at this time.”