Police name 16 year old victim of 'targeted attack' in Chelmsford
An 18 year-old man from Chelmsford arrested on suspicion of his murder remains in custody.
A teenager who died following an assault in Chelmsford on Sunday night has been described as a “kind and loving young man”.
Police have confirmed they believe the teenager to be 16 year-old Andy Wood.
Andy was found injured close to green space off Waterson Vale at around 11.30pm.
He was taken to hospital but, sadly, later died.
In a statement, Andy’s family said: “Andy was a kind and loving young man.
“He touched the lives of countless people.
“His loss has left a massive hole in the lives of his family and friends.”
Police have asked ask that his family are now left to grieve in peace and that people refrain from speculating on social media about the circumstances surrounding Andy’s death.
An 18 year-old man from Chelmsford arrested on suspicion of his murder remains in custody.