Teenager charged with the murder of 16-year-old Jaydon James in Coventry

Detectives investigating the fatal stabbing of Jaydon James in Coventry last year have charged a teenager with murder.

The 17-year-old was this morning, September 19, arrested on suspicion of stabbing the 16-year-old and two counts of wounding.

Jaydon was with friends in Deedmore Road, Wood End, when he was stabbed on Saturday 24 November; he died in hospital soon after.

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The teenager appeared before Dudley Magistrates Court and was remanded to appear at Wolverhampton Crown Court tomorrow, 20 September.

Detective Inspector Stuart Mobberley from the force’s homicide unit, said: "Although we have charged someone with Jaydon’s murder, our investigation continues and we still welcome information about the circumstances of his death."

I would urge anyone with information to get in touch with my team."