Two charged with murder in Gateshead
Two suspects have now been charged with murder following a man’s death in Gateshead.
Gary Belfield sadly passed away on Saturday night (April 27) after an alleged attack at a property on Elliott Drive in Felling.
The 40-year-old, from the Manchester area, was found with injuries consistent with having been caused by a bladed article and died at the scene despite the efforts of emergency responders.
A second man, aged in his 20s, was also found seriously injured in the property. He has since been discharged from hospital.
Eight arrests were made as part of an investigation carried out by the Force’s Major Incident Team (MIT).
A male, aged 17, was charged with attempted murder and remanded in custody following an appearance at South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday (May 1).
Now, another male aged 17, and a female aged 15, have been charged with murder. They are both due to appear at South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court on Friday.
Two males and three females, aged between 21 and 51, remain on police bail pending further enquiries.
Leading the investigation, Detective Chief Inspector Louise Jenkins, of Northumbria Police, said: “First and foremost, our thoughts remain with Gary’s family and loved ones as they grieve following this unspeakable tragedy.
“Our officers continue to support them in any way we can, and we would ask the public to avoid speculation both in the community and online which could jeopardise the ongoing proceedings.”