A 17-year-old teenager has been charged with the murder of 18-year-old Noah Smedley, who...

Published: 5:25 pm January 3, 2025
Updated: 12:19 pm October 8, 2025
Teen Charged with Murder of 18-Year-Old in Ilkeston

 

A 17-year-old teenager has been charged with the murder of 18-year-old Noah Smedley, who was fatally stabbed in a street in Ilkeston on Saturday, December 29.

Incident and Arrest

  • Emergency services were called to the scene following reports of a serious assault.
  • Noah Smedley, 18, was found with stab wounds and later succumbed to his injuries.
  • Following an investigation, a 17-year-old suspect was arrested and later charged with murder.

Court Proceedings

  • The suspect, who cannot be named due to legal reasons, appeared in court and has been remanded in custody.
  • A two-week trial has been scheduled to begin on July 28, 2025.

Community Response

The tragic loss of Noah Smedley has deeply affected the local community, with tributes pouring in from friends, family, and residents. Derbyshire Police have urged anyone with further information to come forward as the investigation continues.

Authorities are continuing their efforts to tackle knife crime, emphasizing the devastating consequences such violence can bring.

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