Police say there are ‘progressing’ with investigations
Police have charged a 16-year-old boy with murder after the fatal stabbing of a teenager at a Luton skate park.
A further three teenagers have also been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the incident on Friday evening (24 July).
Bedfordshire Police were called to reports of violent disorder at Kingsway Recreation Ground at around 6.30pm. The victim, a 17-year-old boy, was taken to hospital with multiple stab wounds but died shortly afterwards.
The further three 17-year-old boys were arrested on Saturday and Sunday all on suspicion of murder, violent disorder and carrying a weapon. A 16-year-old boy who was arrested on Friday has since been charged with murder and remanded in custody.
The 17-year-old boy, also arrested on Friday who was being treated in hospital for serious injuries, is now in police custody.
Detective Chief Inspector Nick Gardener said: “We are progressing our investigation, and we are continuing to appeal to anyone who was in the area, or witnessed the events leading up to the disorder to please get in touch.
“Our officers are continuing to carry our additional high-visibility patrols, and we are continuing to engage with local members of the public.
“We would also like to remind the public not to share any distressing videos or images as this can be concerning for families involved, but also form a vital part of the police investigation.”
Anyone with information is asked to report it online at beds.police.uk/ro/report or call 101, quoting Operation Crownbeacon.
