Two men have been charged with the murder of 20-year-old Bradley Hutchins and the attempted murder of another 19-year-old man.

Shane Canavan and Josha Langley, both from Purley, were charged yesterday (Monday, September 18) with murder, attempted murder and possession of pointed and bladed articles.

The two appeared at Bromley Magistrates Court today (September 19) and have been remanded to appear at the Old Bailey on Thursday (September 21).

They are charged after police were called to reports of people fighting on North Walk in New Addington on Tuesday, September 12 at 6pm.

After the attack, the two victims were rushed to a New Addington London Ambulance base with stab wounds.

Bradley Hutchins was pronounced dead at the scene.

His family are being supported by specialist officers.

A post-mortem examination showed that his death was caused by being stabbed in the torso.

The second man was taken to hospital for treatment where his injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

Police are still appealing for any information in relation to the incident. Any witnesses are asked to call 101 or post @MetCC quoting reference CAD 6879/12Sep.

To remain 100% anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.

A spokesperson for the Metropolitan Police said: “Two men have been charged with the murder of 20-year-old Bradley Hutchins and the attempted murder of another 19-year-old man.

“Shane Canavan, 22 (15.04.01) and Josha Langley (27.10.95), both of Purley CR8, were charged on 18 September with murder, attempted murder and possession of pointed and bladed articles.

“They appeared in custody at Bromley Magistrates Court on 19 September and have been remanded to appear at the Old Bailey on 21 September.

“These charges come after police were called at about 18:00hrs on Tuesday, 12 September to reports of people fighting on North Walk in New Addington.

“After the attack, both victims made their way to New Addington London Ambulance base located a short distance away. Both men had sustained stab wounds.

“Despite the best efforts of paramedics, and the assistance of members of the London Fire Brigade, Bradley Hutchins’ life could not be saved and he was pronounced dead on scene.

“His family are being supported by specialist officers.

“A post-mortem examination gave the provisional cause of death as stab wounds to the torso.

“The second man, aged 19, was taken to hospital for treatment. His injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

“Police are still appealing for any information in relation to the incident. Any witnesses are asked to call 101 or post @MetCC quoting reference CAD 6879/12Sep.

“To remain 100% anonymous contact the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 or visit crimestoppers-uk.org.”