Eight teenagers arrested on suspicion of murder of 16 year old in Bath

Eight people have been arrested in connection with the death of a teenage boy in Bath.

Avon and Somerset Police have launched a murder investigation.

Police were called to Eastfield Avenue in the city just after eleven last night to reports a sixteen year old had been stabbed.

Members of the public gave first aid, but he died at the scene - a thirty-five year old woman who was also injured has now been discharged from hospital.

Six boys and two girls aged between 15 and 17 were arrested on a bus on suspicion of murder

They're currently in police custody.

A post-mortem examination to determine the cause of the boy’s death will take place in due course.

Avon and Somerset Police statement

Chief Inspector Ronald Lungu, of the Bath Neighbourhood Team, said: “This is a tragic incident and our thoughts this morning are very much with the family of the boy who has died.

“They were informed of what happened as soon as possible and are understandably devastated. Specialist family liaison officers will now be assigned to them to provide them with support and keep them updated.

“Officers arrived at the scene within minutes of the first call being received and an investigation into the incident is already being carried out, led by the Major Crime Investigation Team.

“We’ve identified a number of witnesses and we’ll be taking formal statements from them in due course but we’re also keen to hear from anyone who was at the address at the time who hasn’t yet spoken to police. If you can help, please call us on 101.”

He added: “The community can expect to see a significant police presence in the area today, and for the next few days, while officers and police staff carry out a number of actions including forensic examinations, a review of CCTV footage and house-to-house enquiries.

“There is currently a large cordon in place on Eastfield Avenue while we carry out these enquires and I’d like to thank those residents whose properties are impacted by this for their patience and understanding.

“I appreciate this is a concerning incident and I’d like to reassure people a thorough inquiry is taking place, however, should anyone have any questions I’d encourage them to make contact with their local neighbourhood policing team, who’ll be carrying out extra patrols in the area.”

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