Braintree shooting probe sees attempted murder charges

Forensics - Crime scene investigators in the town centre <i>(Image: Claudia Bradley, Newsquest)</i>
Forensics - Crime scene investigators in the town centre (Image: Claudia Bradley, Newsquest)
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Three people have been charged with attempted murder following a shooting in Braintree.

The incident took place in Market Place on Monday, August 31.

Destiny Ema, 23, Kayden Brown, 18, and a 17-year-old boy who cannot be named for legal reasons, were arrested following the incident.

Two teenagers suffered serious injuries to their face and upper body, while a third person was also injured.

Cordon in BraintreeThe cordon in Braintree town centre (Image: Essex Police)

All three have now been charged with attempted murder and are due to appear at Chelmsford Magistrates’ Court on Monday, September 7.

Ema, of Meadgate Avenue, Chelmsford, has also been charged with offences linked to separate investigations.

These include attempted grievous bodily harm with intent, possession of a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, and possession of a firearm while committing an indictable offence.

He also faces charges of harassment, malicious communications, and possession of a shotgun with intent to cause fear of violence.

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