Man Charged with Murder After Westcliff Stabbing
A 31-year-old Enfield man has been charged with murder, attempted murder, and aggravated burglary following a deadly stabbing in Westcliff. He is set to appear at Southend Magistrates’ Court today, Thursday 6 February.
Hunt Continues for Suspect in Fatal Attack
Police are still searching for Mitchell Harris, 28, linked to a violent incident at a Tintern Avenue home around 4.25am on Thursday 12 December. During the disturbance, 25-year-old Asqeri Spaho from Westcliff was fatally stabbed.
A second man was rushed to hospital after being attacked at the same address. Harris, believed to have connections in London’s Highbury area, remains at large.
Additional Arrests and Court Dates
- A 22-year-old man from Highbury and a 31-year-old from Upper Holloway face charges of murder, attempted murder, and aggravated burglary. Both are due in Basildon Crown Court on Monday 2 March.
- A 31-year-old Tottenham man was arrested for murder, attempted murder, and possession of Class A drugs. He has since been released on bail until 24 March.
- A 27-year-old Enfield man arrested on 28 December for similar charges is also out on bail until 27 March.
Police Appeal for Information
Anyone with info on this case is urged to contact the Major Investigation Team on 101, quoting crime reference 42/198759/19. Tips can also be submitted online at the police’s Major Incident Public Portal.
