Milton Keynes stabbing: Boy, 16, charged with murder

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The 17-year-old died from a stab wound to the chest

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder after a teenager was stabbed to death.

Lewis Wenman, 17, died after an incident in Tyburn Avenue, Milton Keynes, at about 18:40 GMT on Saturday.

A post-mortem examination said he died from a stab wound to the chest, Thames Valley Police, external said.

The 16-year-old, who cannot be named because of his age, has also been charged with possession of a bladed article and theft.

He appeared at Milton Keynes Magistrates' Court and was remanded in custody and is due to appear at Luton Crown Court on Thursday.

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Specially trained officers are supporting Lewis Wenman's next of kin

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