Two men suspected of stabbing a man to death in Halewood have been named by police.
Detectives were called to Beechwood Avenue on Friday, October 29, to reports that a man had been stabbed.
The 31-year-old victim, Jordan Brophy, was rushed to hospital but died a short time later.
READ MORE: Dad hit by 'burning' police spray after officer says 'Make him fry'
Police have arrested six men in connection with the murder over the last few days.
Today Merseyside Police confirmed that two men have now been charged.
Karl Townsend, 31, and Jamie Cunningham, 22, both from Halewood, will both appear in court today charged with murder and possession of a bladed article.
A spokesperson for Merseyside police said: "Detectives investigating the fatal stabbing of Jordan Brophy in Halewood have charged two men.
"Mr Brophy, who was from the St Helens area, sadly passed away in hospital on Friday evening (29 October), after being found with stab wounds in Beechwood Avenue.
"31-year-old Karl Townsend and 22-year-old Jamie Cunningham, both from Halewood, have been charged with murder and possession of a bladed article. They will appear in court today, Tuesday 2 November.
"A 62-year-old man has been conditionally bailed. A 36-year-old man remains in custody.
"Additionally, a 26-year-old man has been released on bail pending further enquiries, and a 33-year-old man has been released with no further action taken.
"We’re continuing to appeal for information so please contact our social media desk on Twitter @MerPolCC or Facebook ‘Merseyside Police Contact Centre’ with any information, quoting reference 21000752630.
"You can also contact the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their online form at: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/give-information."
