Irfan Wahid stabbing: Boy, 16, charged with murder

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Irfan WahidImage source, West Yorkshire Police
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Irfan Wahid died as a result of a single stab wound to the chest

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of a teenager who was stabbed to death in the street.

Irfan Wahid, also 16, was attacked in Harehills Lane, Leeds, on Friday afternoon. He later died from a single stab wound to the chest.

The suspect has been charged with murder and possession of a bladed article.

West Yorkshire Police said the boy, who cannot be named due to his age, will appear at Leeds Youth Court on Tuesday.

Scene of stabbing in Leeds
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Irfan was taken to hospital for urgent treatment but later died

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