A MAN has been arrested on suspicion of blackmail.
The 61-year-old, from North Fambridge, was arrested on Saturday.
He is alleged to have blackmailed his ex-business partner.
Essex Police said the man had been released on bail until February 25 while officers investigate the allegation.
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