Meridian Southend

Shazad Miah used the drug profits to fund 'lavish' holidays to Paris, Menorca, Amsterdam and Turkey, all within four months.

The teenage boy sustained a head injury during the incident in Southend-on-Sea and was taken to hospital where his condition is believed to be life-threatening.

Essex Police have been talking to members of the local boating community to help them be more visible from their base in Southend.