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Two boys, both 15, have been arrested on suspicion of murder over the fatal stabbing of a 16-year-old boy in Bristol on Wednesday, police said.
The teenage was attacked in Rawnsley Park by two people wearing masks.
Officers were called to the scene at 6pm and the victim, yet to be named by police, died at the scene.
Supt Mark Runacres of Avon and Somerset Police said his team was “working around the clock to bring those responsible to justice.”
After the attack, the victim ran to Stapleton Road, where a motorist assisted him. He then collapsed in West Street, Old Market, and died at the scene, despite the efforts of paramedics.
While formal identification of the victim has not yet taken place, police said his family had been informed.
Supt Runacres said: “Our collective thoughts are with the victim’s family and loved ones during what is undoubtedly a very difficult time.
“Specialist family liaison officer have been assigned to the family to provide them with support and keep them updated on the investigation.”
He had earlier described the attack as a “stark reminder” of the “horrific impact” knife crime had on communities, saying: “Tragically, we have lost another young life from our city in utterly horrific circumstances.”
The police force has announced a new operation aimed at tackling knife crime involving young people in the area, with temporary Assistant Chief Constable Peter Warren saying it was an “ongoing issue” in Bristol.
The two boys arrested in connection with the police investigation have been taken to police custody, where they will be questioned.
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