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Teenager Charged With Murder Of Young Cyclist

Teenager Charged With Murder Of Young Cyclist

A teenager has been charged with the murder of a 15-year-old schoolboy as he was cycling with friends in north London.

Alan Cartwright was stabbed while riding along Caledonian Road in Islington last Friday evening.

Joshua Williams, 18, of Davenant Road, north London, will appear at Highbury Corner Magistrates' Court on Saturday charged with murder and conspiracy to rob.

An 18-year-old man remains in custody after a warrant of further detention was granted.

A boy of 17 and a 21-year-old man who were both arrested in relation to the incident have been bailed.

Police released CCTV of the moment Alan was stabbed as he made his way along the busy road.

He continued riding a short distance but collapsed and was later pronounced dead at the scene.

A post-mortem examination found he died from a single stab wound to the chest.

At a vigil on Saturday, Alan's sister Cherrie said the family had been "deeply affected" by his death.

"He was every sort of personality you can think of, really, all wrapped in one," she said.

"He had his moments, but he beat them with his laughter and his jokes and joys.

"Everyone here is showing their support for us. We are all here, celebrating [his life]. It still hasn't really hit me."