Two boys, 15, charged with murder of Darrian Williams, 16, in Bristol

Two 15-year-old boys have been charged with murdering a boy, 16, in a park in Bristol.

Darrian Williams was stabbed to death in Rawnsley Park in the Easton area of Bristol on Wednesday.

The two 15-year-olds have also been charged with possessing a knife in a public place.

They’re in custody and are set to appear at Bristol youth court tomorrow.

Avon and Somerset Police confirmed Darrian’s family had been made aware of the charges and are being supported.

Detective Inspector Neil Meade said: ‘Our thoughts tonight are with Darrian’s family following this development.

‘We continue to deploy significant resources into the investigation and we will keep them fully informed as it progresses.

‘Knife crime destroys lives and we’re committed to working with our partners and the communities we serve to do everything we can to prevent tragic incidents such as this from happening and to educate young people about the consequences of carrying a knife.’

Darrian was attacked by two people wearing masks, who then fled on bikes.

After being attacked he ran to nearby Stapleton Road, and a passing motorist helped him before he collapsed in West Street, Old Market.

Police and paramedics were called to the scene at around 6pm but despite their best efforts Darrian died at the scene.

The killing comes weeks after the deaths of Mason Rist, 15, and Max Dixon, 16, who were stabbed in the Knowle West area of the city.

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