A 14-year-old boy from St Albans appeared at the city’s crown court today, charged with attempted murder, possession of a bladed article and actual bodily harm.

The charges relate to the alleged stabbing of a 16-year-old boy in Verulamium Park on June 15 this year.

The 16-year-old was in hospital after the incident and is recovering at home.

A 15-year-old boy and a 16-year-old boy were represented by solicitors in court today after being charged with grievous bodily harm and actual bodily harm.