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Family tribute as fourth teen charged over fatal Luton stabbing

The family of a 17-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed have paid tribute to him after a fourth teenager was charged in connection with his death. Bilal Nisar was found with stab wounds at Kingsway Recreation Ground in Luton at about 18:30 BST; he later died in hospital. Three teenagers, a 16-year-old and two 17-year-olds, have been charged with murder, violent disorder and possession of a bladed article. They were remanded into custody on Monday.

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Scoop News DeskPublished Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 9:56 AM UTCUpdated Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 2:11 PM UTC

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Paying tribute, Nisar's family said: "Bilal was an amazing brother, son, uncle, and friend to us all. "His kindness, sense of humour and unwavering loyalty were qualities that would light up any room he walked into, "He had a bright future ahead of him, but we cherish the memories he has left us with." Three other teenagers have been bailed pending further enquiries, while police are seeking three more people they believe were at the scene.

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The family of a 17-year-old boy who was fatally stabbed have paid tribute to him after a fourth teenager was charged in connection with his death. Bilal Nisar was found with stab wounds at Kingsway Recreation Ground in Luton at about 18:30 BST; he later died in hospital. Three teenagers, a 16-year-old and two 17-year-olds, have been charged with murder, violent disorder and possession of a bladed article. They were remanded into custody on Monday.
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