Murder investigation launched following death of 16-year-old boy

A murder investigation has been launched following the death of a 16-year-old boy in Gloucester yesterday, Wednesday 15 December.

Police were called to Stratton Road shortly after 6pm with a report of a serious assault where a teenager had been stabbed.

Roads in the area remain closed and investigating officers are examining CCTV footage and conducting house-to-house inquiries.

Anyone with information or who witnessed anything should contact police through the website, quoting incident number 389 of 15 December: https://www.gloucestershire.police.uk/tua/tell-us-about/cor/tell-us-about-existing-case-report/

Alternatively, call 101 or contact the independent crime-fighting charity Crimestoppers. Reporting is completely anonymous and you may be eligible for a reward of up to £1000. You can call 0800 555 111 or report information online. More information can be found here: https://crimestoppers-uk.org/give-information/forms/give-information-anonymously