The 17 year-old girl who died has been named by police as as Lainie Williams (Image: WNS)

A teenager has been charged tonight with murder, attempted murder and possession of a bladed article in a public place as part of an ongoing investigation into the death of a 17-year-old girl in Cefn Fforest.

Gwent Police said the 18 year-old man from Newbridge has been remanded to appear before Newport Magistrates' Court on Monday November 17.

A 17-year-old girl from Cefn Fforest was pronounced dead at the scene and police tonight formally confirmed her identity as Lainie Williams. For the latest news and biggest stories, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here

A 38-year-old woman, who also sustained injuries, has now been discharged from hospital, Gwent Police confirmed. Specially tr

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