Teenage boy dies after Wolverhampton stabbing
It happened last night (Wednesday)
Last updated 30th Jun 2022
A teenage boy has died after being stabbed in Wolverhampton last night (Wednesday).
West Midlands Ambulance Service received several calls to Mount Road, Lanesfield, Wolverhampton shortly after 8.30pm.
Two ambulances, two paramedic officers, a critical care car from Midlands Air Ambulance and a MERIT trauma doctor and critical care paramedic responded to the scene.
Officers are reviewing CCTV and speaking to residents in the area.
Chief Inspector Will O’Connor, from Wolverhampton Police, said,
“Firstly, my thoughts are with the boy’s family and friends during this extremely difficult time. They are now being supported by specialist officers.
“The investigation is progressing at pace and detectives are reviewing CCTV and forensically examining the scene.
“There will be an increase in police around the area in the coming days and they will be offering reassurance and conducting house to house enquiries. Please feel free to talk to them if you have any concerns.
“We would also ask anyone with information, CCTV or dash cam to contact us, any information could be vital at this stage.”
A West Midlands Ambulance Service spokeswoman said:
“When ambulance staff arrived on scene they found a teenage boy in a critical condition. The team worked rapidly to commence resuscitation on scene, administering advanced trauma care. Sadly, despite their best efforts, nothing could be done to save the boy and he was confirmed deceased on scene a short time later.”