Two teenagers charged with murder following fatal stabbing in Shepherd's Bush

Two teenage boys have been charged following the murder of 17-year-old Keiron Charles

Two 16-year-old boys – who cannot be named for legal reasons - have been charged with murder.

The pair were charged on Monday, 7 April following an investigation by Met detectives.

They have been remanded and are due to appear at Highbury Corner Youth Court on Monday, 7 April from 9:45hrs.

Around 13:10hrs on Saturday, 5 April, police were called to reports of a stabbing in Erconwald Street, Shepherd's Bush. Officers and paramedics attended, but very sadly and despite their best efforts, 17-year-old Keiron Charles, from East Acton, was pronounced dead at the scene.

Keiron’s family continue to receive support from specially trained officers.

Detectives are not looking for anyone else in relation to this incident.