A 15-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of Ben Moncrieff, who died after a suspected stabbing at McDonalds.

Emergency services rushed to the Southgate Street area in Bath after Ben, 18, sustained serious injuries at around 3.30am on Saturday, May 6.

Ben was confirmed dead at the scene as a result of these injuries.

The incident sparked a murder investigation, which saw the area around McDonalds cordoned off while forensics teams worked.

A teenage boy from south London, who cannot be named for legal reasons, has been arrested and charged with murder and possession of a bladed article.

He was due to appear at Bristol Magistrates Court on Monday, May 8, after being remanded in custody.

Swindon Advertiser: The crime scene at Southgate Street

Ben’s family have been informed of this update and police say they will continue to be supported by specially trained officers.

Two others were also arrested in connection with Ben’s death but have been released without charge.

Chief Inspector Ronnie Lungu said: “First and foremost our thoughts go out to the family of the man who has died at this difficult and incredibly upsetting time.

“Our Major Crime Investigation Team is continuing to progress its enquiries into what happened, reviewing a significant amount of CCTV footage and taking statements from witnesses.

“Anyone who witnessed the incident, has footage of the surrounding area or has information that may assist our investigation is please asked to call 101 and quote reference number 5223105088.”

Ben’s friends have paid tribute to him on a GoFundMe started after the city centre incident.

Swindon Advertiser: The crime scene

One contributor wrote: “Sadly a dear friend to many was taken from us on Saturday morning in the centre of Bath.

''Ben was a hard working lad who had his life taken for no reason.

''The pain we’re all experiencing is something words can’t describe but I hope you’re happy up there seeing us all cherish the many memories we all made with you.

“Ben was not only one of the most loving people I had the pleasure to meet he was also the funniest.

''He brought endless smiles to everyone who was lucky enough to meet him and will never be forgotten.

“I’m so lucky to have made so many memories with you and I will cherish them everyday you’re not here with me.

''Ben you deserved so much better than this and for that reason I hope we can raise money to give him the funeral and send off he deserves.

“You will be missed forever Ben we will never forget you.”