Two youths from South Woodford were charged in connection to a machete fight on Southend seafront, highlighting the rise in youth-related violence.
During the court proceedings, both Mekai Brown and Michael King, both 18, admitted violent disorder while denying more serious charges like wounding with intent.
The hearing revealed a concerning trend of violent incidents among youths, with multiple defendants including a 16-year-old facing severe charges like possession of a firearm.
Prosecutor Godfried Duah expressed the severity of the situation, emphasizing that law enforcement seized numerous weapons like knives and a gun after the chaos.
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