Detectives investigating a shooting want to speak to a motorcyclist who was riding near to the scene at the time of the attack.

A man in his 50s, who was driving a silver Ford Transit van, was shot in the upper body while he was sat in the van Police were called tot he scene shortly before 7pm on Tuesday, May 10.

He suffered life-changing injuries and was taken to hospital, where he remains in a stable condition.

The suspect is believed to have been driving a silver Mercedes C-class saloon, which sped off in the direction of the Orsett Cock roundabout.

Police are keen to speak to a motorcyclist who was in the area at the time and was passed by a silver Mercedes, as he may have vital information that could assist them.

Witnesses or anyone with information are asked to contact Det Con Michael Ferguson on 101.

Alternatively, they can contact Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111 or www.crimestoppers-uk.org.