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Blake Newland died in hospital after he was stabbed multiple times on Friday night.
Two men aged 27 and 29 have tonight been charged with the murder of Limavady teenager Blake Newland.
The 17 year-old was stabbed in the Woodland Walk area of the town on Friday night.
He died in hospital from his injuries a short time later.
A man in his 50s was also injured during the incident however his injuries are not believed to be life threatening.
Detectives from the Police Service of Northern Ireland’s Major Investigation Team have also charged two 16-year-old boys with grievous bodily harm with intent.
All four are expected to appear before Ballymena Magistrates’ Court tomorrow (Tuesday).
As is usual procedure, the charges will be reviewed by the Public Prosecution Service.
Earlier today a 29-year-old man arrested by detectives investigating the murder was released on bail to allow for further enquiries.
A fifth man remains in police custody at this time.
Blake will be laid to rest in Enagh Cemetery in Limavady on Thursday following a funeral service in his grandmother's home.
A death notice stated that the wake house is private.
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