A Yarraville teenager has been charged with murder over the death of a 16-year-old boy in Reservoir earlier this month.
The 16-year-old boy was among among seven people arrested by police on Wednesday, March 23, over the incident on Sunday, March 13.
A 17-year-old Taylors Hill boy, a 17-year-old Tarneit boy, a 15-year-old Hoppers Crossing boy, a 13-year-old Meadow Heights boy and a 14-year-old Meadow Heights boy have all also been charged with murder.
They are all expected to face a children’s court on Thursday, March 24.
A 17-year-old Clifton Hill girl has been released pending further inquiries, police said.
The arrests follow the death of Declan Cutler after he was allegedly assaulted and stabbed.
Declan was treated by paramedics and police, but died at the scene.
The investigation remains ongoing and police are appealing for anyone who witnessed the incident or has any information to come forward to police.
Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or submit a report online at www.crimestoppersvic.com.au
