Downham stabbing death: Two boys, 14 and 17, charged with murder

Gabriel Petrov Stoyanov's mother said his family were "devastated by his unnecessary loss"

Two teenagers have been charged with murder after a man was stabbed in south-east London.

Gabriel Petrov Stoyanov, 21, was attacked in Bromley Road, in Downham on 4 November.

Two boys aged 14 and 17 were charged with his murder on Friday, and have been remanded into custody until their next court appearance.

A 16-year-old boy wanted for questioning has also been arrested on suspicion of murder.

Mr Stoyanov died from his injuries on the afternoon of 5 November.

A 46-year-old man has also been arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender.

'Bright and passionate'

In a statement his mother said Gabriel had a "sparkling personality and infinite goodness in his heart".

"He was taken from us far too soon in the most brutal and cruel way," she said.

"Gabriel was loved by many, he had a wonderful sense of humour, he was easy-going, compassionate, always ready to help others.

"We are devastated by his unnecessary loss, just when his life as a bright, passionate, and motivated adult was beginning."

Det Ch Insp Kelly Allen thanked the public for their help and said the investigation was ongoing.