Seven Teens Charged After Violent Southend Seafront Brawl
Police have charged seven teenagers following a violent outbreak on Southend seafront earlier this week. The boys, aged 14 to 18, face serious charges—including attempted 123, charged with violent disorder, wounding with intent, and offensive weapon possession.
All seven face Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court this Saturday.
Police Clampdown: Dispersal Order and Stop & Search Powers Extended
In response to the chaos, authorities have slapped a dispersal order and Section 60 stop and search powers on the area until Sunday. This lets officers stop and search people without reasonable suspicion and demands removal of face coverings.
Police also warned of an “unauthorised event” planned Saturday similar to Tuesday’s violence, following recent intelligence.
Superintendent Leigh Norris said: “I want people to come to Southend and enjoy our wonderful city in the sunshine. If you’re coming to walk on the beach, stroll down the pier, dance in the fountains or have an ice cream in the sun, you are more than welcome. Southend is a really safe place to be, and the incidents we saw on Tuesday are not common.”
