Stourbridge murder: Four more arrested after 16-year-old boy stabbed

Police today revealed that the four arrested – two men, aged 19, and two 16-year-old boys – remain in custody on suspicion of murder.

One was arrested at his home address and three presented themselves at a police station.

Three other people who were arrested at the weekend in connection to the incident have since been released under investigation.

A 16-year-old boy from Bartley Green, Birmingham, was stabbed in Coventry Street, Stourbridge, just before 7pm on Saturday.

He was driven to Orchard Close in Rowley Regis where an ambulance was called. Nothing could be done to save him and he died at the scene.

All cordons have now been lifted and police continue to explore CCTV and conduct forensic inquiries.

Detective Inspector Laura Harrison, from the homicide unit, said: “These arrests are a significant step forward in our investigation, but we are still asking for anyone with information to come forward.

“The victim’s family has been fully updated with this latest development and continue to be supported.”

Anyone who can help is urged to contact West Midlands Police via Live Chat on their website or by calling 101 quoting log 3668 of 15/7. Alternatively information can be given anonymously to Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.