Teenager killed in Bournemouth stabbing is named

18 year old Cameron Hamilton's family have paid tribute

Cameron's described as "funny, kind" and a "wonderful person" by family
Author: Richard MuriePublished 6th Aug 2023
Last updated 7th Aug 2023

A teenager killed in a suspected stabbing in the early hours of Saturday in Bournemouth has been named by Dorset Police.

18 year old Cameron Hamilton's family have also issued a statement paying tribute to their son:

"Cam is loved so much by his whole family. We have not lost our beautiful boy, he has been taken.

"We don't want this to be what Cam is remembered for, we want him to be remembered for the funny, kind and wonderful person he is and always will be.

"We would also like to thank all the police officers who attended the scene and were with Cam and all the people who have sent their condolences and wishes to the family."

Two teenagers from Portsmouth remain in custody being questioned over Cameron's death which happened just before 1.30am on Saturday (5th August) when police were called to reports of an altercation involving a group of people at The Square.

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