TWO men will appear in court on Monday (June 6) charged with the murder of a North East teenager.

Kieran Williams, whose body was found in Sunderland on June 2.

The two males, both aged 19, will appear at South Tyneside Magistrates’ Court – after they were arrested and subsequently charged with the murder of Kieran Williams, 18, whose body was found on June 2 after extensive searches following his disappearance on April 18.  

Two men – aged 20 and 28 – and one woman – aged 46 – who were also arrested in connection with the investigation remain on police bail pending further enquiries.

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Detective Inspector Matt Steel, the officer leading the investigation into Kieran’s disappearance, has called for the public to refrain from speculation on the case during active proceedings.

He said: “Once again our thoughts remain with Kieran’s loved ones during this unimaginable time.

“Over the past few weeks, we have been carrying out extensive enquiries into the disappearance and suspected murder of Kieran and I would like to thank everyone for their ongoing patience and cooperation.

“I also want to take this opportunity to thank the team of officers and staff who have been working tirelessly on this case, as well as everyone who has come forward with information to assist our enquiries.

“Now that charges have been brought against these two suspects, I would ask the public to please refrain from any speculation – both on social media and in the wider community – that could jeopardise the legal proceedings.”

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