POLICE have released an important update on the men who were questioned in connection with the death of a man in Maldon high street.

A 27-year old man from Maldon sadly died after an incident near Iceland on Saturday night left him with life-threatening injuries.

Three men were arrested on suspicion of murder and were taken into custody.

A police spokesman said: “Two men, aged 22 and 23, from Southminster, arrested on suspicion of murder and grievous bodily harm have been released on bail until Monday, July 29.

“A 23-year-old man from Maldon arrested on suspicion murder and grievous bodily harm has been released without charge.

“He remains under investigation in connection with possession of drugs offences.”

Anyone with information is asked to call the Essex Major Crime Team on 101 quoting crime references 42/102558/19 and 42/102562/19 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111.