Craig Maposa: Two due in court charged with man's murder

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Craig Maposa's life support was withdrawn on Tuesday

Two men have been charged with murdering a man in Leicester.

Police said Craig Maposa was attacked in Gower Street at 05:30 BST on Saturday and taken to hospital after being found unresponsive at home on Sunday.

The 26-year-old died two days later.

Blessing Mukunguruste, 30, of Coronation Avenue, Wigston, and Brendon Mukunguruste, 27, of Cleveleys Avenue, Leicester, will appear at Leicester Magistrates' Court on Friday.

In a tribute released through Leicestershire Police, Mr Maposa's family said: "We are heartbroken at the tragic loss of Craig and ask for privacy while we try to come to terms with what has happened.

"As police continue to investigate Craig's death, we appeal or anyone who has information which may help to please contact the investigation team."

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