Detectives charge two men with murder of Tyreece Scott in Hounslow

Met detectives have charged two men with the murder of Tyreece Scott in Hounslow.

Ben Laing, 23 and from Feltham, and Duarra Abdi, 19 and from Acton, were charged with murder on Sunday, 21 January.

They will appear in custody at Wimbledon Magistrates' Court on Monday, 22 January.

The men were arrested at Stansted Airport on Friday, 19 January.

An investigation was launched after Tyreece was found with a stab wound in Grove Road at around 01:15hrs on Tuesday, 16 January.

Emergency services provided emergency first aid, however the 24-year-old died at the scene.

A post-mortem examination carried out on Thursday, 18 January confirmed he died as a result of a stab wound to the chest.

His family have been informed of this latest development and continue to be supported by family liaison officers.

Anyone with any information that could assist detectives is asked to call 101 quoting CAD 274/16Jan. Information can also be shared online.

To remain anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

Further information

The defendants are Ben Laing, 23 (22.05.00), of De Brome Road, Feltham and Durra Abdi, 19 (27.02.04), of Western Avenue, Acton.

Laing was also charged with being involved in the supply of drugs and Abdi was also charged with possession of a bladed article.