Two 15-year-old boys have been charged with attempted murder following a stabbing in Pinner.

The boys – who cannot be named for legal reasons – appeared at Willesden Youth Court today (Monday, August 15) – charged with attempted murder.

Both were remanded in custody to appear at Harrow Crown Court on Monday, September 14.

The charges follow a stabbing on August 26. Police were called at about 6.05pm to reports of a stabbing in Montesole Playing Field.

An 18-year-old man was taken to hospital with a stab wound. He remains in a critical condition. His family is aware.

Two men, aged 22 and 24, who were also arrested on suspicion of attempted murder have been bailed until a date in September.