Man charged following Basildon assault

It happened on Monday in Whitmore Way at just before 5.30pm

Author: Isabella HudsonPublished 20th Feb 2025

A man has been charged following an incident in Basildon on Monday (February 17).

Officers were called to reports of an assault in Whitmore Way at just before 5.30pm.

Following fast-paced investigations a man and a woman were arrested on Tuesday (18 February).

Anthony Larwood, 42, of Epping Close, Chelmsford, is charged with causing grievous bodily harm with intent and possession of an offensive weapon in a public place.

He was due to appear at Southend Magistrates’ Court today (Thursday 20 February).

A 35-year-old woman arrested on suspicion of affray has been released on police bail.

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