Post-mortem confirms cause of death of teenager in Crookes

Emergency services were called to Crookes Road on Thursday evening

Author: Olivia MounsorPublished 27th May 2023

Police have confirmed that a 17-year-old, who was found seriously injured in Crookes on Thursday, died as a result of a single stab wound.

A forensic post-mortem has confirmed the cause of death of the teenager.

Emergency services were called to Crookes Road in Sheffield just after 7pm on the 25th May.

The boy's family is receiving support from specially trained officers.

Extensive inquiries are taking place in the area, and residents are being told to expect an increased police presence in the coming days.

Detective Chief Inspector Joanne Kemp, overseeing the investigation, said "Please be assured that officers and staff are working tirelessly and meticulously to investigate this incident and find out exactly what happened yesterday evening which led to the tragic death of a 17-year-old boy.”

Two men, aged 29 and 18, remain in police custody after being detained on suspicion of murder.

You can submit information directly to the investigation team using the Major Incident Public Portal here

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