THE schoolboy knifed to death in a park has today been named as 16-year-old Darrien Williams.
The youngster was stabbed at Bristol‘s Rawnsley Park on Wednesday night.
PADarrien Williams has been named as the boy knifed to death in Bristol this week[/caption]
PATwo teens were yesterday arrested on suspicion of murder[/caption]
PACops could be seen scouring Rawnsley Park in the hours that followed[/caption]
PAThe horror unfolded around 6pm on Wednesday[/caption]
Two people wearing masks were said to have attacked Darrien, before taking off on bicycles.
The 16-year-old then ran to Stapleton Road where they were helped by a driver as police swarmed the scene.
Despite medics’ best efforts, he tragically died at the scene.
Two 15-year-olds were yesterday arrested on suspicion of murder.
They today remained in police custody.
The horror unfolded near West Street around 6pm on Wednesday.
Avon and Somerset Police Senior Investigating Officer Det Insp Neil Meade said: “We are working non-stop to fully establish the circumstances around Darrien’s death and we will not rest until those responsible are brought to justice.
“The loss of another young life is devastating and my thoughts are with Darrien’s family.
“I would like to thank everyone who has come forward with information so far and encourage anyone who has information but has yet to speak to us to do so as soon as possible.”
Bristol Commander, Supt Mark Runacres, yesterday said: “The team investigating yesterday’s incident are working around the clock to bring those responsible to justice.
“This evening, two 15-year-old boys were arrested in connection with the investigation and they have been taken to police custody where they will be questioned.
“Our collective thoughts are with the victim’s family and loved ones during what is undoubtedly a very difficult time.
“Specialist family liaison officers have been assigned to the family to provide them with support and keep them updated on the investigation.”
Do you know something?
If you witnessed the incident or have CCTV, doorbell or dashcam footage which could help police’s investigation please do this through the Major Incident Public Portal: mipp.police.uk/operation/5224C46-PO1.
Or you can call 101, quoting reference 5224039827, to provide this to a call handler.
You can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers 100 per cent anonymously on 0800 555 111 or via their Anonymous Online Form.
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