Overview
- An 18-year-old, Cameron Cheng, appeared at Newport Magistrates' Court on Monday charged with murder, attempted murder and possession of a bladed article.
- Magistrates sent the case to Cardiff Crown Court, and Cheng remains in custody with a further hearing scheduled for Tuesday.
- Lainie Williams, 17, was pronounced dead at her home on Wheatley Place on Thursday after officers were called at about 7:15 a.m.
- A 38-year-old woman, identified as her mother Rhian Stephens, was injured in the incident and has been discharged from hospital.
- Gwent Police continue enquiries, have appealed for information, and cautioned that online commentary could affect the justice process.