Two 17-year-old males have been charged with the murder of Codie Bambrick, an 18-year-old victim who tragically lost his life in an incident that occurred on Wednesday, May 22. The suspects, whose identities remain undisclosed due to their age, are also facing additional charges related to violent disorder and conspiracy.
The Charges
The accused teenagers are due to appear at Leicester Magistrates’ Court on Saturday, May 25. Their charges include:
- murder: The primary charge against the two individuals is the murder of Codie Bambrick. The victim was treated by emergency services but was pronounced deceased at the scene shortly after the incident.
- Conspiracy to Commit Grievous Bodily Harm: In addition to the murder charge, the defendants are accused of conspiring to cause grievous bodily harm. The specifics of this alleged conspiracy have not been disclosed.
- Conspiracy to Commit Violent Disorder: The suspects face a charge related to conspiracy to commit violent disorder. The circumstances surrounding this charge are yet to be fully revealed.
- Violent Disorder: A third 17-year-old has been charged with violent disorder. This charge pertains to the events that unfolded on Glazebrook Road in Leicester.
- Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm: The same individual charged with violent disorder is also accused of assault occasioning actual bodily harm against another person. The details of this assault remain undisclosed.
- Possession of an Offensive Weapon in a Public Place: The third teenager is further charged with possessing an offensive weapon in a public area. The nature of the weapon has not been specified.
The incident that led to these charges occurred on Glazebrook Road, Leicester. Police were called to the scene following a report that a man had been stabbed. Despite the efforts of emergency responders, Codie Bambrick succumbed to his injuries.
In connection with the incident, a 38-year-old woman and a 36-year-old man were arrested on suspicion of violent disorder. Both have been released on bail pending further investigation.
Additionally, a 52-year-old man was previously arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. He was later released under investigation.
