Wolverhampton: Hunt continues for killer of boy, 17, stabbed in park

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Wolverhampton: Hunt continues for killer of boy, 17, stabbed in park
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A murder probe is ongoing after Harleigh Hepworth was stabbed in Wolverhampton's West Park.

A murder investigation has been launched after Harleigh Hepworth, from Staffordshire, was fatally stabbed in Wolverhampton's West Park on Thursday.

West Midlands Police has said inquiries were continuing, with forensic officers still on the scene and increased patrols in the area. The force added on Saturday that no arrests had been made and it continued to appeal for information.He was in a critical condition and declared dead at the location, which is popular with dog walkers, a short time later."We are keeping Harleigh's family updated with this fast-moving investigation and our thoughts are with them at this devastating time," he said.

"We would like to thank the people of Wolverhampton, and particularly those in this area of West Park, who have been coming forward with information following this awful incident.West Midlands Express & StarNew life springs from rescued Sycamore Gap tree

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