Three teenagers arrested on Christmas Eve were initially charged with attempted murder in relation to the stabbing

Sarmad Al-Saidi, 16, died in hospital yesterday (December 27), four days after he was found...

Hannah Price

Published: 8:59 pm December 28, 2020

Updated: 10:26 am March 8, 2026

Sarmad Al-Saidi, 16, died in hospital yesterday (December 27), four days after he was found with stab wounds to his chest and legs at an address in Chatham Place ( Preston ) on Wednesday (December 23).

Three teenagers arrested on Christmas Eve were initially charged with attempted murder in relation to the stabbing.

Officers have now confirmed Jamie Dixon Of Leyland, has appeared before Preston Magistrates today and has been charged with Sarmad’s murder.

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