Teenager charged with murder after 18-year-old dies in Bath
Last night, police confirmed 18-year-old Ben Moncrieff died at the scene of the incident on Saturday morning (May 6)
Last updated 15th Jun 2024
A teenager from South London has been remanded in custody - charged with murder.
It follows the death of 18-year-old Ben Moncrieff who died at the scene after suffering critical injuries in the Southgate Street area of Bath in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Three people were arrested - two were released without charge, but a third was kept in police custody on suspicion of murder.
Today (May 8), it's been confirmed a 15-year-old male - who we can't identify for legal reasons - has now been remanded in custody and set to appear before magistrates in Bristol.
In a statement, Avon and Somerset Police said: "A 15-year-old male, from south London, has been remanded to appear before magistrates in Bristol today (Monday 8 May).
"He has been charged with murder of 18-year-old Ben Moncrieff and possession of a bladed article.
"Ben’s family have been updated of the charging decision and will continue to be supported by specially-trained officers."
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