A man has been accused of attempted murder in connection with a stabbing in Barking.

A 28-year-old man was found suffering stab injuries on January 27 in Gascoigne Road, Barking.

He was taken to hospital for treatment where his condition was confirmed as not life threatening.

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Hakeem Shamis, 18, of Priory Road, Barking, appeared in custody on Monday, January 30 at Barkingside Magistrates' Court charged with attempted murder.

He was remanded in custody until February 27 to appear at Snaresbrook Crown Court.

Two other people have been arrested as part of the police investigation.

A 21-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and a 23-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of violent disorder on January 27.

Both have been bailed pending further enquiries.