A TEENAGE boy is one of two men due in court today in connection with a stabbing.

A woman was left needing emergency surgery after she was allegedly stabbed several times in Celandine Close, South Ockendon at around 11.40pm on Sunday.

She is now recovering.

Christopher Rowe, 22, of Dart Green, South Ockendon and a 16-year-old boy from Rainham will appear at Grays Magistrates' Court to face charges of causing grievous bodily harm with intent.

The teen will also face an additional charge of possessing an offensive weapon.