Three men from Villa have been charged with the murder of 16-year-old Tafari Joseph and the armed robbery of a woman at Anita Supermarket.

Jaheim Mannix, 19, and 22-year-olds Akim Tonge and Jahanjello Williams are accused of robbing Herwattie Nurdeen of $5,000 while armed with a firearm.

The incident has sparked concern in the community. Police say investigations are continuing and have appealed to the public for any further information.