21-Year-Old Charged with Double Attempted Murder in Southend

A 21-year-old man, Marlon Buchoon-Katsambe, has been charged with two counts of attempted murder following a serious assault in Southend on February 16, where a man sustained stab wounds and a woman suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The incident occurred at a private address on Stadium Road shortly before 5 AM, prompting a quick response from Essex police and paramedics. Both victims were transported to the hospital, with the male victim's condition now stable. Buchoon-Katsambe faces additional charges including assault occasioning actual bodily harm and intentional strangulation, and is scheduled to appear at Southend Magistrates’ Court. Authorities have reassured the public that there is no ongoing threat as the incident involved known individuals. The Essex Police continue to investigate and are urging anyone with information to come forward.