Man charged with attempted murder after Borough Green disturbance
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Detectives investigating a serious assault in Borough Green have charged a man with multiple offences including attempted murder.
Kent Police was called to a report of a domestic incident at a property on Sevenoaks Road at 7.40am on Thursday 8 October 2026.
Officers attended the scene where two men had suffered injuries consistent with stab wounds, and a woman had sustained injuries to her arm and face.
The injuries to one of the men are described as being life-changing.
Arrested
Following extensive enquiries, officers arrested a suspect later that day in London.
Juan Martez-Ortiz, 46, of Sevenoaks Road, has now been charged with attempted murder, two counts of causing grievous bodily harm with intent, possession of a knife, aggravated burglary and stalking.
The Dominican national is currently remanded in custody and is due to appear at Maidstone Crown Court on Saturday 10 October 2026.