Stabbing in Epping closes roads

The Wakes Arms roundabout in Epping, along with the approaching roads are currently closed, following reports of a stabbing.

Police were called shortly before 8pm this evening, Tuesday June 23, to reports that a man had been found with a stab wound injury on Epping Road.

Officers and paramedics arrived and a man in his 30s was taken to hospital with a life-threatening injury.

The roundabout and approaching roads are expected to remain closed for some time while enquiries continue, which will likely cause significant delays for road users.