Two more teenagers charged with murder after 18 year-old died in Smethwick

They appeared at magistrates court earlier

Author: Tom FeahenyPublished 6th Apr 2026
Last updated 6th Apr 2026

Another two further teenagers have been charged following the death of 18 year-old Zeshan Afzal in Smethwick.

He died after being stabbed on Oldbury Road on 20 February.

The individuals aged 14 and 17 appeared at Wolverhampton Magistrates Court this morning.

In total nine teenagers have now been charged with murder since Zeshan’s death.

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