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However, please note this is still a live criminal investigation and therefore we aren’t able to disclose any specific details at this time.

We understand this is frustrating, but it is vital that we do not prejudice current court proceedings.

To date, several arrests have been made and there is a dedicated team of officers from a variety of policing teams working on this investigation.

Significant updates on this investigation will be published on the news section of our website www.essex.police.uk.

We continue to fully investigate this complex case and our enquires are ongoing, if you have any information that you would like to provide us we can be contacted on 101.

We appreciate your understanding and patience.