We were called to an address in Ingleby Road shortly before 2am on Friday 21 April following reports of a group of men breaking into the home.
The residents were threatened with a weapon and assaulted. One victim was taken to the hospital for treatment to injuries which are not deemed to be life-threatening.
One man was subsequently arrested.
Mohammed Mansary, 25, of Alameda Place, London, E3, has been charged with aggravated burglary, possession of a knife or bladed article, possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition for a firearm without a certificate.
He is due to appear in Southend Magistrates’ Court tomorrow, Monday 24 April.
