Horsforth stabbing: Boy, 15, dies after being knifed outside school as cops launch murder probe and arrest teen
A BOY, 15, has died after being stabbed outside a school – with murder cops arresting a teen over the tragedy.
Officers raced to the scene outside Horsforth School in Horsforth, Leeds at just before 3pm this afternoon.
Cops discovered a 15-year-old boy had been seriously injured in the horror attack and he was rushed to hospital.
It has now tragically been confirmed the young lad, and former student of Horsforth School, passed away a short while later.
Police cordons are still in place around the area, and around 50 people have gathered to hold a candlelight vigil for the teen tonight.
Flowers have been laid on Broadgate Lane and groups of emotional youngsters were seen consoling each other.
West Yorkshire Police stated they have arrested a teenage male in connection with the death.
A spokesperson from the force confirmed: “Police in Leeds have launched a murder investigation after a teenage boy died following a stabbing.
“Officers were called to the Town Street area in Horsforth at 2.57pm today after a report a teenager had been assaulted and seriously injured.
“Emergency services attended and a 15-year-old boy was taken to hospital in a critical condition. It was later confirmed that he had died.
“Police cordons are in place in the area while forensic examinations take place. A teenage male has been arrested in connection with the incident.
“The victim’s family have been informed.”
Senior investigating officer Detective Chief Inspector Stacey Atkinson said: “Our investigation is at an early stage and we are carrying out extensive enquiries to establish exactly what led to this needless loss of a young man’s life.
“We understand the immense impact and huge shock a tragic incident of this nature will will have on the community locally.
“Our neighbourhood police team are working with partners, including schools in the area to offer support and reassurance.
“We have already spoken to a number of witnesses and are keen to hear from anyone who has information about the incident.”
In a statement to parents, Horsforth School, headteacher Paul Bell said earlier today: “You will be aware of a distressing incident in the community today involving a former student who was stabbed on St Margaret’s Avenue.
“The police are aware and are working with the school.
“Our thoughts and sympathies lie with the his at this time while the student is receiving medical treatment.
“We are aware the distress and upset this has caused students and staff who know the student.”
