A 14-year-old boy is among three teenagers arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was stabbed to death in a Chelmsford park last night.
Emergency services were called to Central Park in the Essex city at about 7pm on Friday where the victim was found with critical injuries.
The 21-year-old died at the scene, despite the efforts of paramedics to save him.
The three suspects, aged 14, 17 and 18, were arrested a short while later and remained in custody for questioning.
An Essex Police spokesman said: ‘A murder investigation has been launched and three arrests made following a fatal assault in Central Park, Chelmsford.
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‘We were called by the ambulance service to reports of an assault in the area at around 7pm on Friday June 12.
‘Officers arrived within minutes and found a 21-year-old man with critical injuries.
‘Despite the best efforts of emergency services, he was sadly pronounced dead at the scene.
‘His family have been informed and continue to receive support from specially trained officers.
‘Inquiries began immediately and quickly led officers to an address in Auckland Close, Chelmsford.
‘Arrests were made and search activity is continuing.
‘Three boys aged 14, 17 and 18, all from Chelmsford, remain in custody for questioning on suspicion of murder.’
Detective Inspector Lydia George said: ‘This is a deeply distressing incident.
‘A family is grieving, and our thoughts remain firmly with them at this incredibly difficult time.
‘I would call on the public and media to please respect their privacy as we continue the early stages of this investigation.
‘We are determined to get them answers and build as clear a picture as possible of the circumstances surrounding what has happened.
‘We have already made significant progress in our investigation, including making three arrests.
‘We can confirm that we are not currently seeking anyone else in connection with this incident, and there is no ongoing risk to the public.
‘This took place in a busy public area, and while we have already received valuable assistance from the public, we continue to appeal for information. Even the smallest detail could prove crucial.’
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