Gordon Gault died in hospital six days after emergency services attended the scene on 9 November in the Elswick area of the city.

The six teenagers, all aged between 16 and 17, were re-arrested on Tuesday.

They are due to appear before magistrates in North Tyneside today.

Detective Chief Inspector Matt Steel, of Northumbria Police's Major Investigation Team, said: "A comprehensive investigation has been ongoing ever since Gordon Gault's murder and our thoughts remain with his family and loved ones.

"We remain absolutely committed in our pursuit of justice and getting his family the answers that they deserve."