Boy, 17, stabbed to death yards from primary school as another 17-year-old boy arrested over ‘murder’
A BOY has been stabbed to death yards away from a primary school – as another teen is arrested.
The 17-year-old victim was fatally knifed in Marston Green, Solihull, West Mids., around 6.20pm on Tuesday.
Emergency crews rushed to Station Road, just a short distance away from Marston Junior School, where they found the teen with stab wounds.
Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Another 17-year-old boy has since been arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in police custody.
Superintendent Wayne Carter, of Solihull Police, said: “We know people will understandably be concerned and we will be in the area conducting inquiries throughout the day.
“We will have extra officers in the area over the coming days and I would encourage anyone with any information, or concerns, to get in touch.
“Our thoughts remain firmly with the victim’s family and loved ones at this truly tragic time.”
Anyone with information should call 101 and quote log 4239 29/10/24.