Three teenage boys have appeared in court charged with murder after a fatal stabbing in Luton.

Bedfordshire Police were called to reports of violent disorder at Kingsway Recreation Ground at about 18:30 BST on Friday, where a 17-year-old boy was found with stab wounds. He later died in hospital.

A 16-year-old and two 17-year-olds, who cannot be named because of their age, appeared at Luton Magistrates' Court charged with murder, violent disorder and possession of a bladed article.

They were remanded in custody pending a further court appearance.

Another 17-year-old boy arrested over the weekend has been released on bail pending further inquiries, while a further 17-year-old who was arrested on Friday, and who was being treated in hospital for serious injuries, remains in police custody.

Det Ch Insp Nick Gardener said: "We understand this was a shocking incident for the local community and we would like to reassure them that we have had detectives working tirelessly on this case throughout the weekend.

"High visibility patrols and an increased police presence in the area will continue."