Police launch murder investigation following teenage boy's death in Guildford
The incident occurred at woodland near Lido Road yesterday evening.
Police have launched a murder investigation after a teenage boy's death in Guildford.
Officers were called to woodland off of Lido Road in Stoke Park at 6.10pm yesterday evening following reports of a stabbing there.
The ambulance and fire services also attended but despite the efforts of emergency services and members of the public, a teenage boy died at the scene. His family have been informed.
A police cordon is in place around Peacock Wood and Wild Wood Adventure, and at the end of the car park on Lido Road. Police say access will still be available to the bowls clubs, Guilden Village student accommodation, and Stoke Park. There will be a significant police presence in the area for some time. The A25 (Parkway) will be unaffected.
Senior Investigating Officer Detective Superintendent Andy Jenkins said: “First and foremost, our thoughts are with the family and friends of the victim at this desperately sad time."
“I know there will be a lot of concern and speculation in the local community following the events of last night. I would like to reassure them that our officers are working around the clock to establish the circumstances of this tragic incident, gather as much evidence as possible, and identify and bring those responsible to justice."
“Our investigation is still in its early stages, and we are urgently looking to speak to anyone with any information that may assist our enquiries."
“Were you in the area around Lido Road, Parkway, and Stoke Park between 6pm and 6.20pm on Monday, 19 January? Did you see anyone acting suspiciously in the area or running from the woods around this time? Any piece of information you have, no matter how small, could be significant.”
Anyone who has any information that can help the investigation is asked to call police on 101, quoting PR/45260006995.