A TEENAGER accused of killing a 17-year-old boy from Leyton has appeared at the Old Bailey today (Monday).

The 16-year-old, who cannot be named because of his age, is standing trial for the murder of Michael Wright.

Michael, often known by his middle name, Simon, was found stabbed in Leytonstone Road, opposite Maryland railway station, on February 19.

He died later the same day in hospital.