A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murdering Yassin Alama, who was fatally stabbed in Handsworth on 16 November, West Midlands Police confirmed.

Teen Charged with Murder in Birmingham Stabbing

The unnamed teenager was arrested at a Birmingham home on Sunday. He now faces charges of murder and possession of a bladed weapon.

He is set to appear before Birmingham Magistrates’ Court today.

18-Year-Old Released on Bail

An 18-year-old man, originally arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender, has been released on bail.

Police Hunt for Witnesses

Yassin’s family has been updated and continues to receive support from specialist officers.

Detectives are urging anyone with information to come forward. Call 101 quoting log 3135 of 16 November.

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