Two boys charged with murder following fatal stabbing in Guildford

Two teenage boys have been charged with murder following a fatal stabbing in Stoke Park, Guildford on Monday, 19 January.

A 15-year-old boy and a 16-year-old boy, who cannot be named because of their age, were charged with murder, conspiracy to rob, and possession of a bladed article, on Friday, 23 January. They will appear at Guildford Magistrates’ Court on Saturday, 24 January.

Police were called to woodland off Lido Road in Stoke Park at 6.10pm on Monday, 19 January, following reports of a stabbing at the location.

Sadly, despite the best efforts of police, paramedics, and members of the public, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. He has now been formally identified as 15-year-old Luis Gabriel Guembes.

His family continue to be supported by specialist officers and our thoughts remain with them.

If you have any information that might assist our investigation, please get in touch quoting PR/45260006995 via our Major Incident Public Portal (dashcam and CCTV footage can also be uploaded) quoting Operation Eastville on this link: https://mipp.police.uk/operation/4525K97-PO2