A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder after Harry Pitman, also 16, was stabbed to death on New Year’s Eve on London’s Primrose Hill.

The teenager, who cannot be named because of his age, has also been charged with possessing an offensive weapon.

The suspect, from Westminster, is due to appear before Highbury Magistrates’ Court this morning.

Harry died after what police described as “an altercation” as crowds gathered in Primrose Hill, north London, to watch the fireworks display.

On Tuesday evening, around 100 people, including Harry’s mother, brother and sister, attended a vigil at Downhills Park in Haringey, to pay their respects to the victim, with many carrying flowers and balloons.

The following day, Harry’s 19-year-old sister Tayla said on TikTok her brother was a “good boy” who had a “heart of gold” and would not have been involved in violence.

She said: “Harry was not in any way shape or form involved with any gangs or anyone who could cause trouble.

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“He’s not ever been in trouble with the police.”

On Friday evening, fans at the FA Cup third-round tie between Tottenham and Burnley were united in applause in the 16th minute of the match as a tribute for Harry, who was a Spurs supporter.

Lisa Ramsarran, deputy chief crown prosecutor for the Crown Prosecution Service London homicide team, said on Saturday: “The CPS has authorised the Metropolitan Police to charge a 16-year-old boy with murder following the death of Harry Pitman.

“The 16-year-old, who cannot be named because of his age, is also charged with possessing an offensive weapon.”

She added: “The Crown Prosecution Service reminds all concerned that criminal proceedings are active and that the defendant has the right to a fair trial.

“It is extremely important there should be no reporting, commentary or sharing of information online which could in any way prejudice these proceedings.”

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