Two men have been charged - one with attempted murder - after a man was shot in Dagenham.

Police found a man, 23, with a gunshot wound in Wren Road/ Porters Avenue on June 5 after being called at 1.06pm that day.

The 23-year-old was taken to hospital and two men have since been charged in connection with the shooting.

Troy Eugene, 23, of Barking, was yesterday (June 11) charged with attempted murder, possession of a firearm with intent to endanger life and possession of a firearm.

Luke Parr, 23, of Dagenham was today (June 12) charged with possession of ammunition with intent to endanger life and manufacturing firearms and ammo.

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Parr was remanded in custody to appear at Barkingside Magistrates Court today.

Eugene appeared at Thames Magistrates Court yesterday where he was remanded to appear at the Old Bailey on July 9.

A woman, 22, had also been arrested on Monday (June 10) on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of a firearm but has since been bailed.

The wounded man had his injuries assessed as not life-threatening or life-changing at a hospital.

Police have appealed for anyone with information to come forward.

Anyone with information should report online, dial 101 or post on X @MetCC quoting 3628/5JUN.

To remain anonymous, call independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.