Police have confirmed that a teenage boy found stabbed to death in Guildford, Surrey, on Monday evening was a 15-year-old schoolboy, as a major murder investigation continues with no arrests made so far.
Emergency Response to Woodland Stabbing
Officers were called to woodland in Stoke Park in Guildford at 6.10pm yesterday following urgent reports of a stabbing incident. Despite the immediate efforts of emergency services and members of the public who were present at the location, the teenage victim tragically died at the scene.
Detective Chief Superintendent Debbie White issued a public statement confirming the age of the child and expressing profound sorrow over the incident. She said: "Yesterday evening, we received a report that a 15-year-old boy had been stabbed in woodland in Stoke Park in Guildford. Sadly, despite the best efforts of emergency services and members of the public at the location, he died shortly afterwards."
Family Support and Investigation Details
The family of the 15-year-old victim have been informed of his death and are currently receiving support from specialist police officers. Detective Chief Superintendent White extended heartfelt condolences, stating: "His family are aware and they are being supported by specialist officers. Our heartfelt condolences remain with his family and friends at this extremely difficult time."
A comprehensive murder investigation is now underway, led by the Surrey and Sussex Major Crime Team. Authorities are actively pursuing leads and gathering evidence, though no arrests have been made in connection with the stabbing as of the latest updates.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community in Guildford, with residents expressing concern over the violent crime occurring in a public park area. Police are urging anyone with information about the stabbing or the events leading up to it to come forward to assist with the ongoing probe.
This developing story marks a tragic loss in Surrey, highlighting urgent questions about youth safety and violent crime in the region. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
