A 25-year-old man has admitted to the attempted murder of a senior army officer in a violent knife attack outside a military barracks in Kent.
Guilty Plea at Crown Court
Anthony Esan, from Rochester, entered his guilty pleas during an appearance at Maidstone Crown Court via video-link from Broadmoor Hospital. He admitted to the attempted murder of Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton and to possessing two bladed weapons.
The court heard how the incident unfolded on July 23, 2024, outside Brompton Barracks in Chatham. Lt Col Teeton, who was in uniform at the time, was repeatedly stabbed by Esan before the assailant fled the scene on a moped.
Victim Present for Justice
Lieutenant Colonel Mark Teeton, who sustained serious injuries in the frenzied assault, was present in court to witness Esan admit to the crimes. Footage from the incident reportedly captured the sounds of screams during the attack.
Sentencing for Anthony Esan has been scheduled to take place at Maidstone Crown Court between February 9 and 11, 2026. The proceedings had previously been delayed to allow for mental health investigations concerning the defendant.
Path to Sentencing
The case highlights the serious nature of violence against serving military personnel. The upcoming sentencing will bring a conclusion to a case that has involved thorough mental health assessments alongside the standard judicial process.
All key facts from the original reporting have been preserved, including the defendant's name, the victim's rank, the specific location, the charges, and the case timeline.
