Attempted Murder Charge

A TEENAGER has been charged with attempted murder after reports a woman was stabbed in a home in Westcliff.

 Police were called to Silverdale Avenue at around 4.10pm on Monday, October 14th following reports of a woman suffering stab wounds.

 Upon arrival at the address, a woman was found with serious injuries, which were not deemed to be life-threatening or life-changing.

 Silverdale Avenue was shut off and a cordon put in place as emergency services attended the incident.

 Aiden Croot, 18, of Silverdale Avenue, was arrested at the scene and charged with attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place after reports of a stabbing.

 Croot appeared at Southend Magistrate’s Court on October 15th.

  No plea was entered and he was remanded with the next hearing at crown court on November 12.

 Supt Leigh Norris said: “I can confirm we are not seeking anyone else in connection with this investigation.

 “This was an incident of a domestic nature confined to an address between parties known to each other.

 “While we are treating this investigation very seriously, there is no continuing risk to the public due to the isolated nature of this incident.”

 Anyone with information should call Essex Police on 101 or call Crimestoppers synonymously on 0800 555 111.

Picture: Silverdale Avenue – the scene of the crime. Pic Google Maps

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